About the role

Chef position at Valley Bar & Accommodation Pty Ltd @ Australian Hotel, Roches Hotel Royal Hotel, a welcoming local pub offering quality food, drinks and accommodation in a relaxed and friendly environment. The kitchen offers a varied menu featuring fresh, quality ingredients and a range of classic pub favourites alongside contemporary dishes.

Key responsibilities
Creative menu design incorporating seasonal produce and trends
Deliver high quality and consistent food across the venue
Ensure freshness of all food products, quality cooking techniques and delivery of menu items within a timely manner
Continually seek feedback on improvements that maximises customer experience and profitability
Minimising food waste through utilising effective cooking techniques, delivering consistent food and awareness of orders
Ensure stock rotation is maintained throughout the kitchen
Assist with supervision and training of junior/trainee kitchen team members
Work efficiently and effectively with the extended team
Ensure compliance in food safety and hygiene standards
Ensure the effective adherence and implementation of all policies and reporting of injuries, incidents and hazards promptly

About you




At least 12 months of relevant work experience following a Chef qualification
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, or Australian equivalent qualification, is required
Knowledge of safe food handling practices
Previous culinary experience in kitchens offering high quality/consistency of food
Ability to work as part of a energetic team and take direction
Ability to multitask under pressure
Flexibility in work hours, including evenings and weekends, as well as the ability to work within a quick-paced setting

About us

Valley Bar and Accommodation Pty Ltd is a welcoming local pub offering quality food, drinks and accommodation in a relaxed and friendly workplace. Our venue provides a central meeting place for the local community, visitors and guests, with a focus on providing enjoyable dining and hospitality experiences. We pride ourselves on friendly service, consistent food quality and maintaining a professional, team-oriented workplace.

As a growing hospitality business, we are committed to supporting our staff, maintaining high standards of food preparation and service, and providing our customers with a positive dining experience.

📌 Chef Grafton
🏢 Australian Hotel
📍 Grafton