Chefs/Cooks (Grade 3-4)

About the business

The JDA Hotels group is a family owned business and resides over nine (9) hospitality venues throughout Sydney and Queensland, who prides itself in offering 'the premium pub experience' and is an award-winning Hotel group.

JDA Hotels has an exciting opportunity available for a Chef/Cook (Grade 3-4) at their establishment in Sydney CBD – Great Southern Hotel.  This venue offers outstanding quality pub food, a wide selection of beverages/cocktails and entertainment activities. 

About the role

The position vacant will involve the preparation and cooking of top quality pub dishes under the Head Chefs direction and high standards.  Great Southern Hotel runs a small kitchen and all roles will require solid working knowledge of Modern Australian cuisine dishes, along with favourite pub classics.  The position on offer is permanent, working to a roster which will include nights and weekends.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, cooking, plating and presentation of high standard dishes
• Keeping your kitchen section organised and clean
• Maintaining stock and ordering
• Ensuring the Bistro's high standards are maintained
• Mentoring junior members of the team.

Benefits and perks

• Staff Discount 
• Flexible working roster

Skills and experience

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Must be trade qualified and hold certification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III minimum or equivalent).
• Will have minimum two (2) year post qualified experience.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure.
• Possess attention to detail, particularly with regard to plating
• Creative and passionate about food and providing high standards of food service.
• A genuine passion for food and strong interest in the Hospitality industry.
• Good communication skills, positive attitude and be professionally presented at all times.
• Flexible and available to work nights, weekends, public holidays
• Available for an immediate start.

A key requirement for a Chef/Cook position is having a genuine passion for producing great food, a great attitude and the ability to work calmly and efficiently.

If you are reliable, hardworking, passionate about cooking and want to be part of something great, then please forward your resume and cover letter through SEEK.

See website for venue information:-  www.greatsouthernbar.com.au

Please note:-  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.