Full time (38 hours/week)

$78,000 per year plus superannuation

 

McLeod Country Golf Club has a unique opportunity for an experienced Chef to lead the kitchen team of 1x F/T chef and 1 x Casual chef in developing and managing the overall food operations of the Club, with the aim of delivering high quality food for members and visitors.

The successful applicant will be dedicated to achieving consistent levels of food quality and presentation. You will thrive on the satisfaction of running a tight, organised and profitable operation, across daily trade, events and function business. The ability to meet the members demands of low cost and quality food at a profit, and functions food at a premium quality and presentation to meet the market.

We are seeking a Chef that takes pride in their level of service and dish presentation, manage their kitchen during busy service periods and demonstrates great communication with all staff.

$78,000 p/annum Salary position.

This role will be a rotation roster over 7 days a week dependent on functions/events. The club operates lunches 7 days week from 11am to 3pm, one Thursday night a month for Trivia, and Friday night dinners with 8pm last service. Events are occasional, and on Saturday’s and last service of meals 9pm. Must be available to work on weekends and nights, over a 7-day period.

Key Responsibilities

 

· Ensuring the quality of all meals and food items from the preparation to the presentation stages.

· Working in all sections of the kitchen

· Working with a small team including apprentices to assist in developing their skill set and providing guidance to them with preparing, cooking, freezing and preserving foods.

· Conducting preparation ready for future service periods

· Maintaining a clean cooking section & following food safety protocol ensuring that all hygiene regulations are adhered to and maintained.

· Inventory control management required

· Maximise profitable food revenue in existing and new revenue stream areas of the club

· Experience in creative menu design, costing, pricing and implementation

· Excellent food knowledge, eye for detail, creative flair and dedication

· Ensure Club menus, food standards, procedures and processes are followed

· Knowledge of food safety/HACCP standards and OHS regulations

· Have a ‘hands on’ approach to management and day to day duties leading by example and attitude.

· Develop collaborative relationships with management team and staff to provide quality food and quality service to our customers

· A good knowledge of industry trends, a passion for the hospitality industry and a high level of customer satisfaction will secure this position for you

 

What’s Needed to be successful in the role:

· Have a genuine respect and passion for food

· Strong communication skills

· A positive and welcoming attitude

· Willingness to learn

· High attention to details

 

 

Qualification and experience

 

· Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.

· Relevant Diploma or relevant equivalent experience.

· Experience in leading a kitchen team.

 

Please email your resume and cover letter via the tab below.