AddressAbout us:
Located in beautiful Bendigo, with stunning views of Lake Weeroona and only 1.4km from the Bendigo CBD, the Julie-Anna Inn is Bendigo’s premier choice in town for overnight accommodation, dining, conference, and meetings.
Our team of passionate professionals are committed to making our guests stay a memorable one for all the right reasons.
At the Julie-Anna Inn we believe an employee isn't just a name on our books, but rather a valued member of a bigger corporate family - they are a critical aspect of our business, directly relating to the success of the Julie-Anna Inn. Therefore, we are excited to invite applications for a Full TimeHead Chef to join our friendly team.
Currently our kitchen offers a breakfast service and in house conference catering 7 days a week, plus a dinner service 4 nights a week - Monday to Thursday.
This position is the perfect opportunity for someone looking for a long term career who has the ability to grow and evolve with the business.
About the role:
The successful candidate will lead our kitchen team whilst delivering superior, consistent food to ensure a high-quality experience for our valued guests.
Duties include but not limited to:
- Ensure the delivery of high quality modern Australian cuisine that exceeds the customer expectations
- Lead and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment
- Prepare and maintain menu
- Manage stock, ordering, and cost control to maximize profitability while minimizing waste
- Ensure all proper food handling, sanitation and food storage regulations are followed per government health and safety standards
- Foster positive working relationships with fellow kitchen staff, front of house staff, other departments and management.
- Work with fellow staff to accommodate and plan for conference catering requirements
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices, continuously seeking opportunities for improvement and innovation
About you:
- Prior Head Chef experience working within a fast paced kitchen
- Professional and positive attitude
- A passion for food and the Hospitality Industry
- Career minded, with the desire to grow within the Industry and the Business
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
- Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a keen attention to detail
- Solid understanding of kitchen operations, including inventory management, cost control, and food safety protocols
- Flexible with roster, ability to work a variety of mornings, nights and weekends as required
- Ability to supply a national police check
Salary dependent on level of experience.
How to apply:
Please submit the following via Seek:
- Up to date Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your relevant experience, and why you are the right person for this position
