About the Company

At Guzman y Gomez, food is the heart of everything we do. We are passionate about serving fresh, high-quality Mexican-inspired food, prepared with care, consistency and attention to detail.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will play an important role in overseeing food preparation and cooking operations, ensuring our menu items are consistently prepared to GYG's quality standards.

As a Chef, you will be responsible for coordinating and undertaking food preparation and cooking activities, developing efficient kitchen processes, maintaining food quality and safety standards, and supervising and training the development of other kitchen team members.

You will work closely with the restaurant management team to ensure kitchen operates efficiently, particularly during high-volume service periods, while maintaining consistency, presentation and quality across all menu offerings.

Every day you will have the opportunity to utilise fresh ingredients to produce high-standard products for our new and repeat guests, bringing the GYG flavour to life while ensuring food safety, quality control, and strict temperature standards are consistently maintained.

This is a full-time ongoing position required to support the continued operation and growth.

Duties and Responsibilities The Chef performs duties consistent with Chef (ANZSCO 351311), including:

· Planning, organising and coordinating food preparation and cooking activities to ensure the efficient operation of the kitchen.

· Preparing, seasoning and cooking a variety of Mexican-inspired dishes in accordance with GYG recipes, menu specifications and quality standards.

· Preparing and cooking meats, including chicken, beef and pork, using appropriate cooking techniques to achieve the required flavour, texture and consistency.

· Monitoring food preparation processes and adjusting cooking times,



temperatures and seasoning to maintain consistent food quality.

· Determining food preparation requirements and organising ingredients, equipment and kitchen resources to meet anticipated customer demand.

· Overseeing the preparation and cooking of menu items to ensure dishes are completed and presented in accordance with established specifications.

· Monitoring the quality, freshness and presentation of ingredients and finished dishes, ensuring all food served meets GYG standards.

· Maintaining appropriate stock rotation, storage and handling procedures to minimise food wastage and ensure ingredient freshness.

· Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene requirements, including monitoring food temperatures, maintaining appropriate storage conditions and preventing cross-contamination.

· Accommodating dietary requirements and food allergies by ensuring appropriate ingredient handling, preparation and cooking procedures are followed.

· Maintaining a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment in accordance with workplace health and safety requirements.

· Monitoring kitchen inventory and advising management of ingredient and stock requirements.

· Assisting with menu implementation and providing input into food preparation methods, portion control and improvements to kitchen efficiency.

· Training, guiding and supervising kitchen team members in food preparation techniques, cooking procedures, food safety and quality standards.





· Coordinating kitchen activities with other team members to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders during busy service periods.

About you

We are looking for someone who is passionate about food, takes pride in their cooking and has the technical skills and experience to contribute to a high-performing kitchen.

The successful candidate will ideally demonstrate:

· AQF associate degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma (or equivalent relevant culinary background).

· At least three years of relevant cooking or kitchen management experience, ideally within fast-paced hospitality environments such as restaurants, bars, cafés, or fast-casual dining.

· Solid knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods and kitchen operations.

· Experience preparing and cooking a variety of dishes using fresh ingredients.

· An understanding of food safety, hygiene standards and appropriate food storage practices.

· The ability to organise and coordinate kitchen activities in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining consistent food quality and presentation.

· The ability to supervise, train, guide and support other kitchen team members.

· Good communication, teamwork and time management skills.

· A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

What We Offer

When you join GYG, you can expect:

· Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

· Opportunities for career progression and advancement within the business.

· A supportive and collaborative team environment.

· GYG uniforms and merchandise.

· Employee discounts across GYG restaurants.

· Regular work schedules and hours.

· The opportunity to contribute to a growing and dynamic restaurant business.

Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food
- Salary packaging

Work Location: In person

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