Australian Catering Services - Brisbane QLDAustralian Catering Services is looking for a Monday to Friday Lunch and Dinner chef.This position is at QPS Academy Oxley and offers genuine work-life balance rarely found in hospitality.
Lead a high-volume buffet service for ******* people, taking full ownership of the kitchen as the senior presence when the Head Chef is offsite.
You'll get real leadership responsibility, a steady weekday roster, and your evenings back - a rare combination for an experienced, trade-qualified chef who wants both a responsible kitchen challenge and a life outside it.Key responsibilitiesPrepare, cook and deliver buffet dinner service for approximately ******* peopleWork to approved menus, recipes and production requirements while applying strong bulk-cooking knowledgePlan production so food is ready at the correct time without unnecessary holding or deterioration in qualityKeep buffet trays full, clean and presentable and maintain consistency in portion size, flavour and appearanceTake operational responsibility for the kitchen during the shift and act as the senior kitchen employee when the Head Chef is not onsiteDirect and supervise Kitchen Hands,



Dishwasher and other allocated staff; allocate work and ensure required tasks are completedMaintain clear communication between kitchen and front-of-house staff and assist FOH during peak periodsComplete allocated next-day preparation, including vegetables, proteins, sauces, meals and other components as requiredComplete all required Safe Food Pro records and nightly checks, monitor and record food temperatures and maintain correct hot-holding and cold-holding temperaturesEnsure the kitchen is left clean, organised, stocked and ready to operate for the following shiftAbout youCreative and skilled, bringing a professional flair and refined touch to every dishDemonstrated commercial kitchen experience with strong high-volume/bulk-cooking capabilityAbility to independently manage a busy dinner service and supervise kitchen staffStrong food-safety knowledge, including allergens and dietary requirementsStrong organisational, time-management, planning, communication and problem-solving skillsAbility and willingness to take responsibility for the kitchen when the Head Chef is absentAbility to work effectively as part of a teamLooking to develop your skills and progress with the company
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📌 Dinner Chef - Qps Academy Oxley (Brisbane)
🏢 Australian Catering Services
📍 Brisbane