Company Description Dash by the river is a hospitality venue located in Warburton, VIC, offering guests a relaxed dining experience in a scenic riverside setting. The restaurant focuses on fresh, high-quality ingredients and seasonal menus that highlight local produce. Team members are encouraged to contribute ideas to enhance the guest experience and the culinary offering. The working workplace values collaboration, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering memorable meals and service. Joining Dash by the river means being part of a team that takes pride in food, presentation, and community connection.

Role Description The Chef at Dash by the river is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes that align with the restaurant’s standards and seasonal menus. Day-to-day tasks include managing food preparation, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, monitoring inventory, and ensuring food safety and hygiene compliance. The Chef will collaborate with the team on menu development, portion control, and quality consistency, while helping train and support kitchen staff as needed. This is an on-site role based in Warburton, VIC,



requiring regular presence in the kitchen and close coordination with the front-of-house team. The position involves working a combination of weekday, weekend, and peak service hours.

Qualifications

- Professional experience as a Chef or Cook in a restaurant, bistro, or similar hospitality environment.
- Solid knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and kitchen equipment operation.
- Understanding of food safety standards, hygiene regulations, and safe handling and storage of ingredients.
- Ability to manage time effectively, work under pressure during busy service periods, and maintain attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams.
- Experience with menu planning, portion control, and minimizing food waste is highly beneficial.
- Culinary qualifications or relevant trade certification are desirable but equivalent practical experience will be considered.
- Willingness to work in office in Warburton, VIC, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required.

📌 Chef (Warburton)
🏢 Dash by the river
📍 Warburton