Chefs

3 weeks ago

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia Illawarra Mercury Full time
About Us

Oscars Group is a passionate, creative, and dynamic privately owned hospitality group founded by the Gravanis family in 1986 with the acquisition of a single pub in Sydney's Inner West. Today, Oscars Group is one of Australia's largest privately owned hospitality groups, boasting an ever-expanding portfolio of over 45 venues across NSW, QLD, VIC and SA. Our portfolio includes accommodation hotels, award-winning pubs and gaming venues, conference and event centres, premium restaurants, chartered vessels, and both commercial and residential developments.

About The Venue

Located just one hour south of Sydney in the scenic Illawarra region, Novotel Wollongong Northbeach is a premium 4.5-star beachfront hotel overlooking North Wollongong Beach. The hotel offers 209 stylish rooms and suites with breathtaking ocean and mountain views. It features five food and beverage outlets, a pool, fitness centre, convenience store, and 15 versatile event spaces making it a destination for both leisure and business guests, as well as a premier venue for weddings, conferences, and large-scale functions.

About The Role

We are currently hiring chefs of all levels, who will play a crucial part in our à la carte kitchen\'s success, contributing to the creation of delectable dishes that delight our guests. If you are passionate about the art of cooking and are eager to work in a dynamic and creative culinary environment, we want to hear from you

Available shifts will predominantly cover afternoon/evening hours with start times of 12pm, 1pm or 2pm.

Key Responsibilities

Casual/Commis/Demi Chefs

  • Assist in the preparation and production of various dishes.
  • Follow recipes and guidelines to ensure consistency and quality.
  • Maintain a clean and organised workspace.
  • Learn and develop culinary skills under the guidance of senior chefs.
  • Assist in the receiving and storage of food and supplies.

Chef de Partie

  • Assist the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and oversee food preparation
  • Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and high-energy work environment.
  • Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest standards of quality and presentation.
  • Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen in compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Manage inventory, order supplies and minimise waste to optimise kitchen efficiency.
  • Assist with menu development and special event planning
About You
  • Culinary degree or relevant culinary training is preferred
  • Experience in an à la carte kitchen is essential
  • Comfortable in Grill, Pans, and Fryer sections
  • Previous experience in a hotel or banquets environment is an advantage
  • A passion for culinary arts and creativity in the kitchen
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Evening and weekend availability required
Benefits
  • Oscars Group food & beverage discounts
  • Free on-site parking during shifts
  • Internal and external training and development opportunities including an online training platform
  • Career progression across 45+ venues within the Oscars Group
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
  • Reward and recognition initiatives

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