Position : Head Chef Type : Full time Employer : The Yarra Hotel Location : Abbotsford VIC **** Salary : $80,000 – $85,000 p/a About the Business: The Yarra Hotel is a long-established and much-loved hospitality venue in the heart of Abbotsford, operating since **** as a traditional Australian pub, bar, restaurant and live entertainment space.
Offering classic and hearty pub-style meals, weekly food specials, a fully licensed bar, large beer garden, function spaces and regular live music, trivia and community events, the hotel serves locals, visitors and groups seeking a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
With a strong reputation as an Abbotsford institution just a stone's throw from Victoria Park, the venue values quality food, genuine hospitality, community connection and a positive, team-oriented workplace culture.
About the Position: The Head Chef role is central to the daily success of The Yarra Hotel's food offering.
You will take ownership of the commercial kitchen, leading menu planning, food quality, cost control and kitchen operations to deliver consistent, high-standard pub meals and specials that meet the expectations of our diverse patrons while supporting the smooth running of the wider venue.
Key Responsibilities:



Planning and designing menus for the hotel Calculating costs and liaising with suppliers Directing kitchen operations and managing kitchen staff Overseeing food preparation, cooking and cleaning processes Delegating tasks and resolving issues as they arise Ensuring compliance with hygiene and health and safety regulations Liaising with the general manager to ensure operations run smoothly Ensuring all ingredients are fresh and meet quality standards Requirements : Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification); Food Safety Supervisor Certificate preferred; knowledge of HACCP and food hygiene standards Minimum 1 year experience working in a commercial kitchen as a chef Strong technical cooking skills, ability to manage kitchen workflow under pressure, effective leadership and communication skills, attention to quality and cost control, and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach How to Apply: To apply, applicants must submit their resume with a valid email address through this online portal.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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