ST THOMAS PRIVATE PTY LTD
(Seaside Shahi)
Shop 3, 18 Cliff Road, Wollongong NSW 2500
1033 Old Princes Highway, Engadine NSW 2233
Shop 1, 8 Memorial Drive, Shellharbour City Centre NSW 2529
157 Tongarra Road, Albion Park NSW 2527

Full Time Chefs
Multiple positions available

Salary: $75,000 - 85,000 plus superannuation

Summary

ST THOMAS PRIVATE PTY LTD (trading as Seaside Shahi) is currently seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join their culinary team in a full-time capacity. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong eye for food quality, technical cooking skills, and a passion for delivering consistent and innovative dining experiences. This role plays a central part in kitchen operations and contributes significantly to maintaining high standards in food safety, hygiene, and team leadership

Key Duties and Responsibilities

- Develop menus, estimate food and ingredient costs, and source supplies.
- Organise and coordinate daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient food preparation, cooking and timely service.
- Maintain high-quality food standards at all stages of preparation and presentation.
- Discuss food preparation requirements, menu changes with management and kitchen staff.
- Demonstrate and enforce strict hygiene and food safety procedures.
- Control and monitor cooking temperatures and equipment operation.
- Oversee the presentation, plating and garnishing of dishes to maintain established culinary standards.
- Participate in training and development of kitchen staff and apprentices.




- Support innovation in food preservation and introduce new recipes to enhance food quality and customer satisfaction.
- Supervise kitchen staff to ensure consistent performance and adherence to standards.
- Monitor stock levels and reduce food waste through effective inventory management.
- Ensure compliance with all occupational health and safety regulations.
- Conduct regular kitchen inspections and maintain cleaning schedules.
- Collaborate with suppliers to ensure quality and timely delivery of ingredients.
- Stay current with culinary trends and incorporate them into menu offerings.
- Manage kitchen rosters, staff scheduling, and delegation of tasks as required.
- Respond to customer feedback and adjust preparation methods where appropriate.

Requirements

- AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) in Commercial Cookery or a relevant qualification,
- At least 1 -3 years of relevant experience may substitute for formal qualifications
- In-depth knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, food safety and sanitation standards, and presentation methods
- Strong knife skills, plating and garnishing ability, and a refined sense of taste and smell
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent organisation, time management, and multitasking abilities
- Robust attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and lead by example

Applications open on 29 October 2026 and close on 27 November 2026.

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