Shamrock Hotel is looking for a determined and loyal Head Chef to join our team!

You will get the opportunity to hit the ground running with us at Black Rhino Group and lead the team in this historic venue.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic reliable qualified Head chef for a new opportunity within the business to lead a team located in Bendigo, VIC. We're looking for a well organised person with previous experience in a fast-paced environment. This opportunity will suit a hardworking and dependable individual that would like to become a pivotal member of our team.

We require a Head Chef that is good at keeping up the positive culture especially when the pressure is on. A calm positive attitude and is set on creating a controlled and enjoyable environment.

An attractive salary commensurate to experience will be offered to the right person.

The ability to work Split Shifts, Weekends & Public holidays is a must.
Only successful applicants will be contacted.

The role will include:

· Leading and supervising the kitchen team.

· Planning, developing, costing and implementing menus.

· Managing food costs and maintaining appropriate wage budgets.

· Rostering kitchen staff.

· Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.

· Ensuring compliance with food safety,



health and workplace safety requirements.

· Coordinating kitchen operations for functions and events; and

· Working collaboratively with the wider management and hospitality team.

· The successful applicant will be required to work split shifts, weekends and public holidays.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

To be successful in this role, you will have:

· Relevant qualifications in Commercial Cookery, such as diploma in hospitality or higher.

· Previous experience working as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or in a senior kitchen role in a pub, bistro, restaurant or similar commercial kitchen environment.

· Experience leading and supervising kitchen staff.

· Experience with functions and events.

· Demonstrated experience with menu planning, costing and implementation.

· Experience with rostering, wage-budget management and food-cost control.

· Extensive knowledge of food preparation, handling and food safety requirements.

· Strong organisational and communication skills.

· Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment; and

· A solid commitment to maintaining consistent food quality and presentation standards.

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Chef (Bendigo)
🏢 Hospitality Work
📍 Bendigo