chef

8 hours ago


Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia Whalebone Wharf Restaurant Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Located on the shores of the stunning Hastings River, Whalebone Wharf is one of the Mid North Coast's leading restaurants and a mainstay in the Port Macquarie dining scene. Operating seven days a week, lunch and dinner Whalebone Wharf offers delicious seafood & seasonal menus to a mainstay of locals & tourists alike.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and passionate chef to join our amazing kitchen team on full time basis.

About the role

Reporting to the Executive Chef, this hands-on role is for a committed hospitality professional looking to contribute to an already strong kitchen team. Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:

Oversee preparing, cooking, and serving of seafood dishes and other food products in accordance with the menu.

   Monitor quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.

   Supervise and provide directions for cooks, chefs and kitchen hands

   Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a fun & collaborative environment

   Maintain a high standard of cleanliness & sanitation both personally and professionally

About you

As a member of the Whalebone kitchen team driving the restaurant forward applicants must have the follow,

Certificate III in commercial cookery

Current food safety supervisor certificate

   Substantial Australian commercial cookery experience for at least 3 years or more 

   Fantastic time management & punctuality 

   Strong communication skills & ability to work well within a team environment 

   A positive attitude towards the business & coworkers 

   Have an attention to detail & passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences 

   Understanding of HACCP & food safe procedures while having Food Safety Supervisor Cert

   Have flexibility necessary to work on days, nights, weekends

If this sounds like the role for you, please Apply for this position at the earliest by sending your cover letter and resume with references.

**Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


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