Barry Nominees Pty Ltd trading as Doc Hughes Torquay urgently requires qualified and experienced Chefs

Location: 23 The Esplanade, Torquay VIC 3228

Positions Available:3

Employment Type: Full-time, minimum 2-year position

Salary: $79,500 per annum plus superannuation

Doc Hughes Torquay is an iconic coastal pub on Victoria's Surf Coast, celebrating the best of regional produce and local delicacies. Our menu showcases modern Australian cuisine with a focus on locally sourced seafood, Surf Coast beef and lamb, Otways game, Geelong region dairy and artisan products, and Victorian cool-climate wines.

We are a high-volume venue offering a quality dining experience, renowned for our wood-fired grills, fresh seafood platters, pub classics with a regional twist, and seasonal specials that highlight the best produce from the Great Ocean Road region. We are seeking three qualified and experienced Chefs who are passionate about regional cuisine and committed to delivering exceptional food in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Key Duties

• Plan and prepare menus featuring regional Victorian produce, local seafood, and seasonal ingredients, and develop new weekly specials.

• Estimate food requirements and costs, and order stock from local suppliers.

• Prepare and cook a variety of modern Australian dishes using cooking methods including wood-fired grilling, sautéing, frying, baking, roasting, grilling, and professional plating techniques.

• Ensure all meals are prepared and presented to a consistently high standard,



with a focus on regional flavours and presentation.

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of entry-level cooks and other kitchen staff during food preparation and peak service periods.

• Maintain records of food costs, stock usage, wastage, and kitchen operations, and implement strategies to minimise waste.

• Ensure strict compliance with Food Safety Standards, HACCP requirements, and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations.

• Contribute to the development of seasonal specials using produce sourced from the Surf Coast and Otways regions.

Essential Requirements

• Australian-recognised Certificate IV and Diploma in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification).

• A minimum of two years of relevant Australian post-qualification experience as a Chef in a similar hospitality environment.

• Demonstrated experience in modern Australian, regional, or fine dining cuisine, including cooking with local seafood, premium meats, and seasonal produce.

• Experience working in hospitality venues within Torquay, Geelong, the Surf Coast, or the Great Ocean Road region will be highly regarded.

• Availability to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Closing Date: Applications close 30 days from the date of advertisement.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Applicants with unrestricted Australian work rights will be given preference for an immediate start.

Barry Nominees Pty Ltd trading as Doc Hughes Torquay is an Equal Chance Employer.

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