Cooks and Chefs [Nulkaba Projects Pty Ltd t/a The Whistler]

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Located in the heart of Maitland, NSW 2320. The Whistler has become a vibrant destination known for its modern Australian menu, curated cocktails, and relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere for Breakfast, lunch, and Dinner. The venue blends casual dining with elevated flair, offering everything from hearty brunches and share plates to evening gatherings that capture the essence of contemporary hospitality.

The Whistler is currently seeking skilled Cooks and Chefs to join its culinary team on a full-time basis. With competitive salaries ranging from AUD 75k to 85k per annum, depending on experience, this opportunity offers professionals the chance to contribute to a venue that values creativity, teamwork, and consistent quality. Scope of the work:

- Overseeing daily kitchen operations, including staff delegation, stock rotation, and maintaining accurate records.
- Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, either regularly or for special functions and events.
- Managing production schedules and staff requirements to ensure timely service delivery.
- Estimating food supply needs, calculating costs for ingredients, and managing orders accordingly.
- Inspecting supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure adherence to established quality standards.
- Analysing recipes and advising prices to menu items based on food, labour, and overhead costs.
- Working closely with team members to execute established recipes and menus with consistency and precision,



ensuring alignment with seasonal availability and anticipated customer volume.
- Demonstrating new cooking techniques and introducing equipment to staff for continual culinary improvement.
- Oversee workstation readiness by ensuring mise en place is complete, equipment is functional, and kitchen operations are primed for service efficiency and food quality standards.
- Prepare and cook dishes in strict compliance with food safety and health regulations, ensuring the highest quality and hygiene standards are maintained.
- Assist in onboarding, training, and supervising new team members, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative, efficient work setting.
- Monitoring and enforcing sanitation practices to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including Occupational Health and Safety (WHS) and HACCP.

To be considered for this role, you should:

- Be willing to relocate if you are interstate or in other cities.
- Preferably have Certificates III & IV in Commercial Cookery
- Be available on both days at weekends and be able to work split shifts.
- Have at least 2
- 3 years of work experience as a Cook/Chef.
- Ability to work in a team.
- Exceptional communication skills.

What you’ll get in return:

- Opportunities for Career Progression
- Be

Part of a Historic, Community-Focused Venue

- Great work environment

Eligibility:

Candidates must hold Australian or NZ Citizenship or the capacity to work in Australia permanently. A temporary visa holder may only be employed if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.

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