Casual Chef

An opportunity is available for an experienced Chef to join the kitchen team at BMD Northcliffe Surf Club in a casual capacity.

We are seeking a qualified and capable Chef who is confident working across all sections of a commercial kitchen and can perform consistently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Experience in a busy Club environment will be advantageous.

The successful candidate will bring energy, professionalism and a positive attitude to the team, along with the flexibility to work a rotating roster that includes mornings, evenings, weekends, public holidays and school holiday periods.

About Us

BMD Northcliffe Surf Club is one of Australia’s leading surf clubs and is located at the southern end of Surfers Paradise.

Our modern, recently renovated venue includes:

• A 300-seat bistro
• A fully weatherproof outdoor deck
• A recently renovated main bar
• Race One Sports Bar
• A premium gaming lounge with 45 gaming machines

The Club welcomes more than 5,000 guests each week and has over 13,000 members. We pride ourselves on delivering consistently high standards of food, service and hospitality, while providing a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees.

About the Role

This is a casual Chef position within a large and busy kitchen operation.

The successful applicant will be required to work across a range of kitchen sections and service periods. The position requires strong practical cooking ability, sound organisational skills and the capacity to maintain quality and consistency during high-volume services.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present menu items in accordance with recipes, specifications and presentation standards
• Work confidently across a range of kitchen sections, including grill, pans, larder, breakfast, fryer and wok as required
• Coordinate preparation and service within an allocated section
• Maintain consistent food quality, portion control and presentation
• Ensure food is prepared, stored and served at safe temperatures
• Monitor stock levels and replenish section requirements during service
• Assist with stock rotation, receiving and storage of goods
• Minimise waste through appropriate preparation, storage and portion control
• Maintain a clean, organised and food-safe workstation
• Complete kitchen setup, service and pack-down duties
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report maintenance concerns
• Assist with training and supporting junior kitchen employees
• Communicate effectively with chefs, kitchen attendants and front-of-house employees
• Follow food safety, workplace health and safety, and Club procedures
• Assist senior chefs with operational requirements as directed

About You

To be considered for this position, you will ideally have:

• A relevant commercial cookery qualification
• At least two years of relevant commercial kitchen experience
• Experience working as a Chef or Commis Chef in a busy venue
• Demonstrated ability to work across multiple kitchen sections
• Experience in a high-volume restaurant, club, hotel or similar operation
• Sound knowledge of food safety and safe food-handling practices
• Strong time-management and prioritisation skills
• The ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure
• Clear communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, consistency and presentation
• A positive and team-focused attitude
• The physical capacity to stand for extended periods and complete normal kitchen duties
• Availability to work mornings, evenings, weekends, public holidays and school holiday periods

The successful candidate’s experience, work ethic and contribution will be recognised and supported as part of the Northcliffe team.

Pay: $36.81 – $73.63 per hour

Application Question(s):

• When are you available to start?
• How many hours per week are you ideally wanting?
• What is your weekly availability?

Experience:

• Kitchen: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person