The Elgin Inn Hotel is currently recruiting for an enthusiastic and passionate trade qualified Chef to boost our team.

The Position:

You are energetic, organised, and self-motivated with strong leadership qualities. In this role it will be your responsibility to ensure quality and consistency are maintained across the board. This position offers a outstanding opportunity for growth and career progression all packaged within an excellent company culture. This is a full time, 38 hour per week role.

We pride ourselves on quality food, beverage, and customer service and are looking for an outstanding Chef who has extensive experience in a variety of food operations.

Key duties:

Ensuring food preparation, cooking and presentation is of a high standard at all times.

- Prepare and cook foods of all types for either regular menu items, special requests, or allergen requests for the bistro and functions.
- Assist in menu development and planning.
- Assist cooks and other workers in the preparation cooking garnishing and presentation.
- Demonstrate, implement, and maintain effective cost control strategies.
- Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with relevant regulatory authorities.
- Ensure HACCP, OHS compliance, and maintain correct food safety procedures.
- Work independently and as part of a team to achieve specified objectives as determined by both venue and group stakeholders.

The Person:

Reporting to the Head Chef and Venue Manager you will be able to work a rotating roster over 5 days including lunch and dinner.





- You must be passionate about food and able to lead by example, with drive, enthusiasm, and attention to detail.
- You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be able to motivate and develop staff, and be adept at maintaining a positive team environment.
- You must have the ability to work under pressure.
- You will have successfully completed Cert IV in Commercial Cookery.

What’s in it for you?

- Great salary and work life balance;
- A professional and respectful working culture with a supportive team;
- Learning, Development & Career advancement opportunities;

If you are looking for long term, stable employment with competitive remuneration please submit your application along with an up to date resume and kick-start your new career with us.

The successful candidate will be offered a salary of $78,000 - $80,000 plus superannuation for this role.

Please forward your resume and cover letter with your application.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia on a permanent basis.

Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: $78,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

- What is your expected salary?
- Will you require visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

Experience:

- Chef: 3 years (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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