opossum bay store Opossum Bay Store is seeking a reliable and experienced Chef to join our kitchen team.

Located in the coastal community of Opossum Bay on Tasmania’s South Arm Peninsula, the store serves locals, holidaymakers and visitors, and is known for its freshly prepared foods.

We are looking for a skilled chef who takes pride in consistent, high-quality food and enjoys being part of a close-knit community business. Benefits Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. Full-time permanent position with long-term career opportunities. Work in a well-known local store in a scenic coastal setting. Well-equipped commercial kitchen. Opportunity to work with fresh, quality local ingredients. Ongoing professional development and on-the-job training. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Task & responsibilities Preparing, cooking and presenting café-style meals in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards. Preparing and cooking fish and seafood, chips, burgers, battered and crumbed items, and other fried and grilled menu items. Operating fryers, grills, ovens and other commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently. Preparing sauces, dressings, batters and other items in-house. Assisting in menu development, seasonal menu updates and daily specials. Monitoring food preparation to ensure consistency, quality and portion control. Ensuring compliance with Food Safety Standards, HACCP principles and workplace hygiene requirements.



Receiving, inspecting and storing food supplies while maintaining stock rotation procedures. Monitoring stock levels and assisting with ordering food and kitchen supplies. Minimising food waste through effective stock management and portion control. Supervising kitchen operations during service periods. Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations and equipment. Working collaboratively with front-of-house and counter staff to ensure efficient service delivery. Following Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) policies and safe work practices. Ensuring all meals are prepared and served within service timeframes while maintaining consistent quality. Qualification & experience Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification preferred but not mandatory). At least 1-2 years of relevant full time experience. Experience preparing food in a commercial kitchen, preferably in a café or seafood setting. Sound knowledge of food safety, sanitation and HACCP procedures. Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational and time management skills. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays. Work Type: Full time Salary: $75000-85000 Job Publish: 30-10-2026 Job Expire: 29-11-2026 Apply on: Chef Job here! This job is brought to you by .

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