Casual Dinner Chef - Diplomat Bar & Grill ( HIGA Award Level 2 & 3)
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra is part of the
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
family — the world's largest hotel franchising company with over
9,100 hotels worldwide
.
Our mission is to provide guests with a
memorable, high-quality hospitality experience
through exceptional service and dedication to culinary excellence.
The hotel is proud to have been recognised as the
Best Mid-Range Hotel
at the AHA Awards for Excellence for three consecutive years, and its in-house restaurant, Diplomat Bar & Grill, has been awarded
Best Restaurant in a Hotel/Resort
at the Restaurant & Catering Awards for two years running.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Casual Chef to join our
award-winning team
, with the opportunity to transition to a
part-time position within six months
.
A
minimum commitment of 3–4 shifts per week
is required; however,
full-time hours are available immediately for the right candidate
.
This position is based at the
Diplomat Bar & Grill
, located within
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
.
Casual Chef
About the Group
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra is part of the
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
family — the world's largest hotel franchising company with over
9,100 hotels worldwide
.
Our mission is to provide guests with a
memorable, high-quality hospitality experience
through exceptional service and dedication to culinary excellence.
The hotel is proud to have been recognised as the
Best Mid-Range Hotel
at the AHA Awards for Excellence for three consecutive years, and its in-house restaurant, Diplomat Bar & Grill, has been awarded
Best Restaurant in a Hotel/Resort




at the Restaurant & Catering Awards for two years running.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Casual Chef to join our
award-winning team
, with the opportunity to transition to a
part-time position within six months
.
A
minimum commitment of 3–4 shifts per week
is required; however,
full-time hours are available immediately for the right candidate
.
This position is based at the
Diplomat Bar & Grill
, located within
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
.
About You
You are a
passionate and creative chef
with proven experience in a busy, high-standard kitchen. You take pride in delivering consistent quality, thrive under pressure, and bring positive energy to the team.
You should be able to:
Work efficiently both
independently and collaboratively
within a team.
Maintain a high level of
attention to detail
,
presentation
, and
food safety
.
Demonstrate
strong time management
and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
Communicate effectively with both kitchen and front-of-house teams.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Service
Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and presentation standards.
Ensure dishes are of
consistent high quality
, aligned with brand expectations.
Execute service for
a la carte dining, functions, and events
.
Maintain
mise en place
and readiness for service at all times.




Specific Responsibilities
Oversee a specific kitchen section
(grill, larder, or sauté) ensuring timely, quality production.
Contribute to menu development
and seasonal changes by suggesting creative dishes.
Assist with stock control
— including ordering, rotation, and waste minimisation.
Ensure all
food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
are met and maintained.
Collaborate with the Head Chef and Sous Chef to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
Kitchen Maintenance
Maintain cleanliness, organisation, and equipment care in accordance with safety standards.
Report maintenance issues promptly and follow up as required.
Qualifications & Experience
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
(or equivalent qualification).
Previous
line cook experience
in a fast-paced, quality-driven kitchen.
Strong understanding of
modern Australian cuisine
and plating techniques.
Creativity and initiative
to contribute to menu development.
Strong
communication and leadership
skills.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends.
Benefits
Join an
award-winning culinary team
within a global hotel group.
Opportunities for
growth opportunities
and internal advancement within the Wyndham network.
Work-life balance
: manageable hours, supportive culture, and a focus on wellbeing.
Access to
exclusive staff discounts
across Wyndham's 9,100+ properties worldwide.
If you're passionate about food, thrive in a creative and fast-paced kitchen, and want to be part of a multi-award-winning team —
we'd love to hear from you!
Immediate start available for the right candidate.
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