The Ranch is looking for an experienced, reliable and enthusiastic Chef or Cook to join our kitchen team over the 6 week summer period with the prospect to continue.
This hands-on role is focused on our onsite catering, preparing and serving delicious meals for guests and visitors in our cafe, with a side of catering for groups and events.
We're looking for someone who enjoys cooking in a café environment, takes pride in their food and loves the variety of working in a busy adventure and accommodation venue.
About the role
● Prepare and cook delicious, high-quality meals, including breakfast and lunch.
● Support the running of our café kitchen, ensuring efficient and timely service.
● Support catering for onsite events and functions as required.
● Cater for dietary requirements and allergies with care and accuracy.
● Maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
● Training and mentoring other kitchen members.
● Assist with menu development, food preparation, stock control and ordering.
● Keep the kitchen clean, organised and compliant with food safety standards.
About you
● Experience working in a commercial café or kitchen as a Chef or Cook.
● Confident in preparing and cooking breakfast and lunch dishes.
● Sound knowledge of food safety and allergy management.
● Organised, reliable and comfortable working in a busy kitchen.
● Able to work independently and as part of a team.
● A positive attitude, good communication skills and a willingness to get involved.
● Experience with group catering - not essential, but a bonus!
● Must have Current driver's licence.
● Must have Working With Children Check.
Hours and availability
● Full-time opportunity available.
Daytime focused hours with no late nights.
● Predominantly 8:30 - 3:30.
● Hours adaptable depending on experience and availability.
Why join The Ranch?
Enjoy the variety of working in a unique adventure and accommodation venue on the
Mornington Peninsula. From serving café favourites to feeding hungry kids who are here for a holiday program, no two days are quite the same!
If you love cooking, enjoy workin
Pay: $35.00 – $55.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 per week
Benefits
- Employee discount
- Free food
Work Location: In person
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