Chef
Accredited Employer · Alexandria, Sydney NSW · Full-time
Salary: $42/hr
Job description
Your culinary career is built on what you can demonstrate, not simply what is written on a CV. An established and growing hospitality business in New South Wales is seeking Chefs with authentic commercial kitchen experience, recognised qualifications and a professional track record that can be verified. This opportunity is suited to candidates who take pride in their work and can demonstrate the practical ability to perform in a demanding kitchen environment. Your verified experience will be an important part of presenting you for consideration, helping employers identify candidates whose skills and background genuinely match the requirements of the role. The successful Chef will join a collaborative hospitality environment with opportunities to broaden their kitchen experience, work across different operations and develop professionally as the business continues to expand.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare and cook dishes consistently to required quality and presentation standards
- Complete mise en place and food preparation efficiently before and during service
- Maintain appropriate standards of taste, portion control, presentation and consistency
- Manage multiple cooking responsibilities during busy and high-volume services
- Work collaboratively with kitchen team members to maintain efficient service
- Follow recipes, preparation specifications and established kitchen procedures
- Maintain high standards of food hygiene, handling and workplace safety
- Keep cooking, preparation and storage areas clean and organised
- Inspect ingredients and ensure food is stored and handled appropriately
- Assist with stock rotation and inventory management
- Monitor ingredient usage and help minimise food waste
- Communicate stock or preparation requirements to relevant kitchen staff
- Prioritise tasks effectively according to service demands
- Support senior chefs with daily kitchen operations when required
- Share practical culinary knowledge and contribute to a positive kitchen culture
- Maintain professional standards, reliability and teamwork throughout service
Requirements
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent recognised qualification
- Minimum 1 year of relevant commercial kitchen experience
- Demonstrated practical experience working in a professional hospitality environment
- Verifiable employment history relevant to the Chef position
- Verifiable qualifications and professional credentials
- Strong understanding of commercial cooking and food preparation
- Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures
- Ability to maintain consistent standards during busy service periods
- Strong communication and teamwork capabilities
- Reliable, motivated and committed to professional kitchen standards
- Genuine interest in developing a long-term culinary career
- Availability to work weekends and public holidays
- Employer sponsorship available for the right eligible candidate
Visa sponsorship: Accredited Employer Sponsorship provided.
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