Job Description

Gooseponds Sport and Recreation Club - Mackay QLD

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About Us
n Located in North Mackay right next to the beautiful Gooseponds, we're more than just a bowls club. With a Bistro, Café, Bar, 65 gaming machines, and two great function rooms, Goosies has become the venue of choice in the area. We pride ourselves on fantastic customer service, a supportive team culture, and quality food experiences for our members and guests.

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About the Role
n We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our kitchen team. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will play a key role in preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes across our Bistro, Café, and function catering. You will ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met, assist in menu innovation, and help maintain a smooth and efficient kitchen operation.

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Key Responsibilities

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Prepare, cook, and present meals to established standards and recipes.

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Assist the Head Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations, including menu planning and development.

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Provide guidance, direction, and training to apprentice chefs, kitchen hands, and other staff.

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Ensure all food products are handled, stored, and cooked according to food safety and hygiene standards.

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Monitor food quality, consistency, and presentation across all services.

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Maintain a clean, safe,



and well‐organised kitchen environment.

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Ensure correct use of kitchen equipment and compliance with workplace health and safety standards.

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Oversee stock control, purchasing, receiving, and storage as required.

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Respond to customer and staff feedback in a professional and respectful manner.

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Uphold teamwork, respect, and professionalism in the kitchen at all times.

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Qualifications & Experience
n To be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate:

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Relevant qualifications, holding at least a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or at least three years of relevant work experience as a Chef.

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A minimum of one year of relevant experience in a commercial kitchen, preferably in bistro and function catering, within the last five years.

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Proven ability to manage food preparation and cooking across a variety of cuisines.

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Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, and stock control practices.

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Ability to supervise and train junior kitchen staff.

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Creativity in menu design and presentation, with superior plating and attention to detail.

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Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays as required.

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Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work efficiently under pressure.

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📌 Chef (Mackay)
🏢 Gooseponds Sport and Recreation Club
📍 Mackay