Chef MACEWAY PTY LTD Position: Full time Salary: $70,000-$80,000 per year plus Superannuation. MACEWAY PTY LTD trading as O'Shea's Royal Hotel located at Goondiwindi QLD 4390 is seeking an experienced and qualified chef to join our team. As a chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking delicious meals with the utmost attention to quality and presentation. We are looking for someone who is creative, passionate and dedicated to their role. Key responsibilities: Menu Development: In collaboration with the owner, design and periodically revise seasonal menus while implementing portion control and conducting detailed food costing analysis to ensure profitability without compromising quality. Culinary Execution: Prepare menu items with precision and efficiency, guaranteeing that all meals meet the high standards of taste and visual appeal expected by our customers. Quality Assurance: Ensure every dish served is of the highest quality, adhering to our reputation for culinary excellence with a keen focus on presentation and flavor. Kitchen Management: Maintain an immaculate and orderly kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with all health and safety regulations and fostering an environment of cleanliness and organization. Inventory Control: Manage kitchen inventory effectively, overseeing the supply chain from ordering ingredients to stock rotation, to prevent shortages and minimize waste. Innovation and Collaboration: Work in partnership with the café team to innovate and introduce new menu items, keeping the offerings fresh and exciting for our patrons. Continuous Improvement: Persistently refine cooking techniques and recipes, aiming to elevate the customer dining experience through exceptional food quality. Staff Development: Mentor and train new kitchen staff, providing them with the skills and knowledge needed to excel. Offer ongoing support and leadership to existing team members, ensuring their growth and the cohesive operation of the kitchen. Position Requirements: Cert IV or equivalent in Commercial Cookery or equivalent. Proven experience in kitchen management, menu creation, and team leadership. At least 2 years of experience as a Chef in a professional kitchen environment. Strong understanding of food preparation techniques, kitchen safety, and sanitation standards. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed. Australian citizens and permanent residents are preferred. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply via the facilities provided on this website. Due to a high volume of applications, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year Schedule: 8 hour shift Experience: Kitchen: 1 year (Preferred) Work Authorisation: Australia (Required) Willingness to travel: 100% (Preferred) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr