Head Chef/Cook

The Mirambeena Motel in Whyalla, South Australia is seeking a Chef/Head Cook to join our 4-star property, which offers its guests a high standard of motel accommodation and an on-site restaurant. Our 150-seat restaurant and licensed bar has a great reputation for providing quality food and are an integral part of our service, offering catering to both in-house diners and to the general public.

We are seeking a qualified Chef for dinner service (Monday - Saturday nights) on either a Full Time or Casual basis.

To be considered for this role you will need to demonstrate previous experience in the following:

• Experience in the preparation and cooking of high-quality meals - minimum of at least 2-3 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in the management of kitchens including ordering, stock control, food costing and meeting budgeted targets.
• Ability to manage kitchen squad and where applicable, ability to work as a solo.
• A high level of interpersonal, communication and customer service skills.
• Thorough knowledge of WHS and good hygiene and cleaning standards - both personal and for the kitchen.
• Bring creativity and specials with menu changes.
• Formal Commercial Cookery Certification required.
• Ensure a positive work culture exists across the kitchen and the front-of-house team.
• Maintain menu cost control / acceptable food cost % and wastage control.

Benefits

• Successful applicant will be offered a competitive hourly rate plus penalty loading as per Hospitality award.
• Flexible working hours.
• On site Accommodation provided for a right person.
• Attractive staff discounts and Christmas bonus.
• A strong positive team culture.
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.

About You

As a Head Chef, you have a passion for delivering exceptional meals from well-run and organised services. You are a natural leader with excellent communicator, you have the confidence to back yourself when busy, understand kitchen management and possess a sound knowledge of all ingredients and cooking techniques.

We will reward you with a positive and fun working environment.

Please provide your resume along with a cover letter outlining why you think you'd be a great fit for this role to:

********@mirambeenamotel.com.au