Cooks and Chefs

Cooks and Chefs (Engadine Grill Pty Ltd t/a Engadine Grill) Engadine Grill Pty Ltd t/a Engadine Grill is a well-established and respected local restaurant renowned for its diverse menu and commitment to delivering high‑quality dining experiences. The business combines premium ingredients with skilled culinary techniques to produce a wide selection of dishes, ranging from traditional favourites to contemporary creations, appealing to a broad range of customer preferences. With a welcoming environment and strong ties to the local community, Engadine Grill has become a preferred destination for family dining, social gatherings, and casual meals, recognised for its consistency and excellent service. Engadine Grill Pty Ltd is currently seeking qualified and experienced Cooks and Chefs to join its team on a full‑time basis. The positions offer a competitive annual salary between AUD 70K and 80K per annum, commensurate with skills and experience. This represents an excellent opportunity to be part of a well‑established and reputable venue that values quality, teamwork, and professionalism in all aspects of its operations. Scope of the Work Overseeing daily kitchen operations, including staff delegation, stock rotation, and maintaining accurate records. Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, either regularly or for special functions and events. Managing production schedules and staff requirements to ensure timely service delivery. Estimating food supply needs, calculating costs for ingredients, and managing orders accordingly. Inspecting supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure adherence to established quality standards. Analysing recipes and advising prices to menu items based on food, labour, and overhead costs. Working closely with team members to execute established recipes and menus with consistency and precision, ensuring alignment with seasonal availability and anticipated customer volume. Demonstrating new cooking techniques and introducing equipment to staff for continual culinary improvement. Oversee workstation readiness by ensuring mise en place is complete, equipment is functional, and kitchen operations are primed for service efficiency and food quality standards. Prepare and cook dishes in strict compliance with food safety and health regulations, ensuring the highest quality and hygiene standards are maintained. Assist in onboarding, training, and supervising new team members, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative, efficient work environment. Monitoring and enforcing sanitation practices to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including Occupational Health and Safety (WHS) and HACCP. To be considered for this role, you should Be willing to relocate if you are interstate or in other cities. Preferably have Certificates III & IV in Commercial Cookery. Be available on both days at weekends and be able to work split shifts. Have at least 2-3 years of work experience as a Cook/Chef. Ability to work in a team. Exceptional communication skills. What you’ll get in return Opportunities for career progression. Be part of a reputed community‑focused venue. Great work environment. Please submit an online application to join our diverse, compassionate and dedicated team for a rewarding career. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Candidates must hold Australian or NZ Citizenship or the capacity to work in Australia permanently. A temporary visa holder may only be employed if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr