About the role

We are looking for a motivated, qualified, and detail-oriented Chef to join our kitchen team. This is a versatile role offering the perfect balance of independence and leadership. You will handle shift service, prep production, menu input, and team development in a dynamic, multi-faceted kitchen environment.

Key responsibilities

- Run breakfast, lunch, and Friday night dinner services efficiently to high standards

- Oversee and prepare house-made food items for both Balgowlah Golf Club and our Dee Why venue

- Execute menu items for club events, private parties, and catering functions

- Contribute fresh, seasonal ideas to shape our everyday dining menus, weekly specials, and function packages

- Work collaboratively with existing kitchen staff and actively train junior team members

- Work confidently and efficiently unsupervised when required, keeping the kitchen running smoothly

- Maintain strict sanitation, food handling, and kitchen organisation standards

About you

- Trade-qualified Chef with relevant commercial kitchen experience

- Full, unlimited working rights in Australia (Citizen, PR, or appropriate working visa)

- Current Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) Certificate or willingness to obtain one prior to starting





- Confident working as part of a supportive team and equally comfortable working autonomously

- High attention to detail, solid prep organisation, and enthusiasm for training others

- Passion for food and a desire to contribute menu ideas that excite our regular members and guests

- Flexibility across weekdays, weekends, and Friday evening services

About us

Gusto on the Green operates the food and catering operations at Balgowlah Golf Club. We serve breakfast and lunch seven days a week, run a vibrant Friday night dinner service, and cater a wide range of golf club functions and private events. In addition to powering the golf club's dining, our Balgowlah kitchen acts as a central hub, preparing house-made items and prep for our popular sister venue in Dee Why. We pride ourselves on quality food, a welcoming community environment, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

- A mix of short-order service, large-scale prep, functions, and menu creative freedom

- A friendly, supportive workplace set on the green at Balgowlah Golf Club

- Support from management alongside genuine influence over menu directions and operations

- Attractive remuneration tailored to experience, including weekend penalty rates

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