CHEF

Beachport Tavern and Motel Pty Ltd is looking for Full-time Chefs (a few positions)

Location: Beachport, South Australia

Report to: Head Chef

Position Overview

As a Chef, you will be responsible for kitchen operations, ensuring the delivery of exceptional food and service. This includes menu development, managing kitchen staff, maintaining high standards of food safety, and controlling costs. The chef is also expected to introduce innovative dishes that reflect the best of local produce while maintaining the restaurant’s traditional seaside charm with a fine-dine experience.

Key Responsibilities

- Menu Development:

o Assist in developing seasonal menus that reflect local produce and the culinary identity of this seaside location o Ensure menu offerings are varied and cater to different dietary requirements
- Kitchen Management:

o Lead role of the kitchen team, including training, scheduling, and performance management.

o Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and maintains high standards in food preparation and presentation.

o Implement effective communication and collaboration within the kitchen and with front-of-house staff.

- Food Safety & Compliance:

o Maintain compliance with food safety standards, ensuring all food is prepared and stored according to health regulations.

o Ensure the kitchen operates according to workplace health and safety standards.

o Conduct regular inspections and audits of kitchen cleanliness and food handling.

- Cost Control & Inventory:

o Inventory and staffing, ensuring profitability without compromising quality.

o Oversee stock control, ordering,



and supplier relationships to ensure fresh, high quality ingredients.

o Minimize waste by implementing efficient processes

- Customer Focus:

o Ensure dishes are prepared to the highest standards, with consistent quality in presentation and taste.

o Ensure customer satisfaction, meet specific requirements and address feedback.

o Innovate menu items based on customer preferences and seasonal availability.

Skills & Experience:

- Proven minimum of 1 -3 years of experience in a high-paced restaurant, pub, or hotel setting.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, and train a kitchen team.
- Comprehensive understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
- Creative flair for developing menus and delivering innovative dishes.
- Solid time management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with other departments.

Qualifications/skills

- Suitable recognised skills and qualifications (or additional acceptable experience to substitute for lack of formal qualifications).

Work Environment

- Fast-paced kitchen environment with the need to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Flexibility with working hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits

- Competitive salary package
- Prospect to work in a dynamic team with a supportive management team.
- Accommodation assistance can be provided if required.

Salary

$80,000.00 – $85,000.00 plus superannuation per annum To Apply:

Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience

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