FULL TIME 38 HOURS PER WEEK
MINIMUM 4 WEEKS ANNUAL LEAVE
SALARY PLUS SUPER
$70k PA - $85K PA
BOWEN HOTEL PTY LTD is looking for a full time Chef or Cook for their busy venue.
The Bowen Hotel, located at 55 Powell Street in Bowen, Queensland, is part of the Hakfoort Group's collection of six hotels across the state. Led by Dianne and Albert Hakfoort, the family-owned group operates establishments in Brisbane, Toowoomba, and Bowen, employing around 200 staff.
In May 2022, the Bowen Hotel unveiled its newly renovated Restaurant & Bar, featuring a tropical beer garden, a modern sports bar, and an air-conditioned kids' playground. The bistro serves lunch from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm and dinner from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm daily, offering a diverse menu that includes classic pub dishes and contemporary options.
To be considered for the role, you need to have a relevant industry qualification and at least 2 years' experience in a similar position.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
* Must display excellent prep, cooking and plating skills
* Strong emphasis on quality and consistency of dishes
* Demonstrate a keen interest in growing food trends and techniques
* Ability to contribute to menu planning, food cost estimation and food cost control
* Work with the management team on food preparation and seasonal menu planning
* Stock ordering
* Labour cost control and assist the owners with rostering
* A sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and WHS
* Immaculate presentation and grooming
* Ability to handle large service numbers
* Above average customer care and service skills
* Needs to be able to train our junior team on cooking techniques and procedures
* Assist with staff hiring and training
* Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
* Discuss customer requirements and requests with the front of house team
YOU MUST BE
* Available nights, weekends and school holidays.
* Flexible
* Positive with a can-do attitude
* Willing to join our team and be part of something great!
If you have a passion for creating food in the kitchen and the hospitality industry, and this sounds like you, please apply.
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