Chef

The Hampden Hotel

Nedlands, Perth WA

Full-time

$80,000 to $82,000 per annum plus superannuation

Spring 23 Pty Ltd, trading as The Hampden, operates an established hospitality venue in Nedlands offering elevated casual dining, premium beverages, and functions and events services.

Located near the University of Western Australia, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth Children’s Hospital and Hollywood Private Hospital, The Hampden serves a diverse clientele comprising local residents, university personnel, medical professionals, researchers and corporate and community groups.

We are seeking an experienced Chef to join our culinary team in a full-time position.

Working under the direction of the Head Chef, the successful applicant will prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes, maintain consistent food quality and presentation standards, and contribute to the effective operation of the kitchen.

The Chef will also assist with menu development, stock control, food safety compliance, and the guidance of junior kitchen staff where required.

· Prepare, cook and present dishes in accordance with established recipes, menus and presentation standards.

· Coordinate food preparation and service within the allocated kitchen section.

· Assist the Head Chef with menu planning, recipe development and seasonal menu changes.

· Maintain consistent food quality, portion control and presentation.

· Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and appropriate storage of ingredients.

· Support food-cost control through stock rotation, portion control and waste minimisation.

· Maintain food-safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.

· Ensure kitchen equipment is used safely and properly maintained.

· Guide and support junior kitchen employees where required.

· Cooperate with other kitchen sections and front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service.





· Assist with kitchen leadership and service coordination when directed by the Head Chef.

The successful applicant will have:

· At least three years of relevant professional cooking experience ideally in a senior section-chef level.

· A Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, equivalent overseas qualification, or substantial relevant professional training and experience.

· Sound knowledge of classical and contemporary cooking methods.

· Strong food-preparation, knife and presentation skills.

· Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and HACCP principles.

· Experience with stock control, portion control and waste minimisation.

· The ability to guide and support junior kitchen staff.

· Strong organisational, communication and time-management skills.

· The ability to work effectively in a busy commercial kitchen.

· Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays in accordance with the roster.

· A current Food Handler certificate or recognised equivalent.

· A full-time position with annual base salary of $80,000 to $82,000 plus superannuation.

· A supportive and professional kitchen environment.

· Staff meal and food and beverage benefits.

· Opportunities for professional development and career progression.

· Access to quality ingredients and modern kitchen facilities.

· Roster flexibility where operationally possible.

Please submit:

· your current résumé;

· a cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications and experience; and

· copies of relevant culinary qualifications or certifications.

Applications will be assessed objectively against the qualifications, experience, demonstrated skills and requirements set out in this advertisement.

Only applicants selected to progress to the next stage of the recruitment process will be contacted.

Please send your resume to "[email protected]" (mailto:[email protected]).

Pay: $80,000.00 – $82,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef (Nedlands)
🏢 Hampden Hotel
📍 Nedlands