Job Description
Heytesbury PTY. LTD. is seeking a Chef for the Margaret River region, South West WA. The position is full‐time, permanent, with a salary of AUD 76,515 – 90,000 per annum plus superannuation.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare, cook and present high‐quality dishes in accordance with menu requirements and venue standards.
* Plan and organise food preparation and cooking activities within the kitchen.
* Assist with menu planning, recipe development, seasonal dish creation and food costings.
* Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
* Manage kitchen sections and perform shift duties as required.
* Discuss food preparation issues with chefs, managers and kitchen staff to support smooth daily operations.
* Demonstrate a range of cooking techniques.
* Maintain stock control, assist with ordering food supplies and support food cost management.
* Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
* Supervise, train and guide junior kitchen staff where required.
* Support the consistent delivery of high‐quality food service.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Strong technical skills across food preparation, cooking and presentation.
* Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.
* Ability to work in a fast‐paced, high‐end kitchen environment while maintaining consistency and quality.
* Ability to manage kitchen sections, organise workloads and meet service deadlines.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a professional kitchen team.
* Willingness to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.
* Experience in premium, quality‐focused or high‐volume hospitality environments is highly regarded.
Qualifications & Experience
* Hold at least a relevant AQF Diploma qualification (or equivalent), or
* At least three years of relevant full‐time experience may substitute for the formal qualification listed above.
* At least 2 years of full‐time, relevant work experience where a relevant formal qualification is held; or
* At least 3 years of full‐time, relevant work experience where no relevant formal qualification is held.
About the Company
Heytesbury PTY. LTD. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace environment.
Additional Information
This hands‐on culinary role requires strong technical cooking ability, attention to detail and the capacity to contribute to high‐quality food production in a fast‐paced, high‐end kitchen environment in the South West Region of WA. The position plays an important role in maintaining food quality, kitchen efficiency, workplace safety and consistent service standards. Multiple positions may be available across our venues in the Margaret River Region, South West WA.
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