Park Hotel Mount Gambier, part of Matthews Hospitality Group, is a well-established venue offering bistro dining, bars, boutique accommodation and function facilities. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, the hotel serves contemporary Australian cuisine, traditional pub favourites and seasonal dishes, with a strong focus on quality food and customer service.

Park Hotel Mount Gambier is seeking a talented and experienced Chef to join its kitchen team and support its ongoing operations and growth.

Location: 163 Commercial Street West, Mount Gambier, SA 5290

Full-time: 38 hours per week

Salary: $79,423 – $81,000 per annum

Key responsibilities will include

Plan, develop and update menus, taking into consideration customer preferences, seasonal ingredients, dietary requirements and budgetary constraints.

Estimate food, labour and operational costs, manage food budgets and order ingredients and kitchen supplies to ensure adequate stock availability and minimise waste.

Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistently high standard, ensuring quality, taste, portion control and presentation meet established requirements.

Monitor food quality at all stages of preparation, cooking and service, ensuring consistency and compliance with established recipes and standards.

Coordinate daily kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking schedules and service delivery, to ensure efficient workflow and timely meal preparation.

Liaise with managers, kitchen staff and waiting staff to discuss menu requirements, food preparation issues, special dietary needs and service priorities.

Demonstrate cooking techniques, provide guidance on food preparation methods and maintain consistent culinary standards across the kitchen team.

Implement and enforce food safety procedures in accordance with relevant regulations and industry standards.





Monitor food storage, stock rotation and inventory levels, ensuring ingredients are stored, handled and preserved appropriately to maintain freshness and minimise spoilage.

Develop and implement procedures for the safe freezing, preservation and storage of food where required.

Select, train, supervise and support kitchen staff, allocating duties and promoting teamwork, productivity and professional development.

Monitor kitchen equipment, cleanliness and maintenance requirements to ensure a safe, organised and efficient working environment.

Required Skills and Attributes

1–2 years of work experience in a fast-paced commercial kitchen.

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.

Modern, contemporary and innovative culinary skills.

Knowledge of food and catering trends.

Strong understanding of food quality, cooking techniques, sanitation, food cost controls and presentation.

Ability to deliver high-quality meals that meet or exceed customer expectations.

Knowledge of work health and safety laws, food safety standards and allergen requirements.

Ability to monitor costs through portion control, waste minimisation and stock management.

Commitment to maintaining consistent standards of food preparation and service delivery.

Ability to work independently and remain calm under pressure.

Strong communication skills when dealing with suppliers, customers, employees and management.

Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines in a busy hospitality environment.

If you meet the above criteria and are interested in contributing to an organisation that values quality, teamwork and exceptional hospitality, we would love to hear from you!

Apply now for this exciting opportunity to join the team at Park Hotel Mount Gambier!

Job Types: Full time, Permanent

Work Location: In person – Mount Gambier, South Australia

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