Chef

CARE IMMIGRATION & EDUCATION CONSULTANTS PTY LTD posting an advertisement on behalf of THE TRUSTEES FROM THE GROWLING COFFEE TRUST T/A Clubhouse Malvern

Chef

Duration: At least 2 years

Job Type: Full-time (Minimum 38 hours per week)

Salary range - $77000-$85000

About the Business

Clubhouse Malvern, located at 1290–1292 Malvern Road in the heart of Malvern, offers a welcoming blend of contemporary style and relaxed comfort. A local favourite for its vibrant yet laid-back atmosphere, Clubhouse Malvern features a modern restaurant and bar serving fresh, seasonal dishes and a curated selection of wines, cocktails, and craft beers. The venue also includes a spacious outdoor terrace—perfect for casual catchups, long lunches, or private functions. With its friendly service, inviting interiors, and commitment to quality food and hospitality, Clubhouse Malvern is the ideal destination for any occasion, whether you're stopping by for a coffee, a meal, or a night out with friends.

About The Role and Responsibilities

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. This is a key role within our kitchen, requiring a highly motivated individual who is passionate about the art of cooking and dedicated to delivering an exceptional dining experience. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation of culinary knowledge, creativity in menu development, and the ability to lead and inspire others in a fast-paced environment. A successful candidate will not only demonstrate technical culinary skills but also exhibit excellent organizational abilities, a strong work ethic, and a collaborative mindset.

Tasks Include:

• Collaborate with manager to plan menus and develop recipes, considering such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of customers.
• Estimate food and labour costs in consultation with the manager according to budget and other financial aspects of the restaurant.
• Examine the cooking of food items to regulate the quality and speciality of the recipe.
• Ensuring the quality of fresh food and baked goods by examining the stock on regular basis.
• Determine daily production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure the timely delivery of services.
• Discuss all food preparation issues with manager, Head chef, dietitians, kitchen and waiting staff.
• Follow the instruction of the Head chef to monitor daily tasks.
• Participate in the selection, training and supervision of all waiting and kitchen staff.
• Delegate tasks supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and other kitchen workers.
• Instruct and supervise cooks and other kitchen staff for the preparation and presentation of the food.
• Demonstrating techniques of cooking to new staff and advising on cooking procedures.
• Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas for cleanliness and functionality.
• Setting up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and food scales.
• Prepare and cook food in a timely manner.
• Provide instructions and supervise the cooking of food with special dietary requirements to meet the nutritional standards.
• Ensure appealing plate presentation and garnish set up all dishes.
• May freeze and preserve foods and rotate foodstuffs to check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
• Ensure wastage is minimised by careful supervision of food preparation methods.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients as per café's food recipes or personal judgment.
• Maintain occupational health and safety procedures and ensure those are practiced regularly in workplace.
• Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions such as weddings, parties, and banquets.
• Take care of kitchen account and preparing the roaster for kitchen staff.
• Check stock level in inventory, filling stock requirements sheet and order the item accordingly.
• Supervise cleaning of kitchen and dining areas to maintain sanitation standards and keep appropriate records.

Qualifications and other requirements for the Chef

• Diploma level qualifications or equivalent in Hospitality or another relevant field OR have 6 years of work experience in lieu of formal qualification
• Recent minimum of one year of relevant experience working in a hospitality industry as a chef.
• Ability to work independently and without supervision.
• Ability to work effectively as part of team and provide leadership to a small team.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills and experience with diagnostics
• Good oral communication skills.
• Ability work with flexible hours including weekends.

Please email your resumes.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $77,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person