Alara Motor Inn is hiring a Full time Chef Cook role in West Mackay, QLD. Apply now to be part of our team.
Job summary:
* Flexible hours available
* This is an immediate start position
Role: Chef (Experienced – 4+ years)
Location: Mackay, QLD (onsite restaurant at a motel)
Employment: Full-time
About the role:
You'll take ownership of back-of-house operations: prep, service, menu development, cost control, stock, compliance, cleanliness, and leading a small team. Service is primarily breakfast and dinner with occasional functions and group catering.
Key responsibilities
* Execute high-quality prep and service across grill/line/pans, à la carte and buffet.
* Plan seasonal menus and daily specials aligned to target margins and guest profile.
* Manage inventory: ordering, receiving, stock rotation, wastage control.
* Maintain Food Safety/HACCP: temperature logs, allergen management, cleaning schedules.
* Train, roster and supervise cooks/kitchen hands; ensure safe work practices.
* Coordinate with FOH for smooth pass, docket times, and guest satisfaction.
* Support function catering (set menus/buffets) and group meal plans when required.
* Care for equipment; report maintenance needs; uphold a tidy, compliant kitchen.
Skills & experience
* 4+ years in a busy commercial kitchen, including some section-lead or senior responsibility.
* Solid knife skills, grill/line speed, plating consistency, and time management.
* Strong understanding of Australian food-safety standards (HACCP).
* Supplier liaison, basic cost control, and menu engineering fundamentals.
* Positive leadership: coaching juniors, setting standards, calm under pressure.
Qualifications (preferred)
* Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
* Food Safety Supervisor certificate (or willingness to obtain).
* Current First Aid/CPR (desirable).
* Full Australian work rights.
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