CHEF

Full-Time Chef

Dine & Dezerts | Sydney NSW

EMPLOYMENT

SALARY

ROSTER

Permanent full-time

$75,000-$85,000 plus superannuation

38 hours per week across a seven-day roster

The Trustee of Joint Macquarie, trading as Dine & Dezerts, is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our Sydney kitchen team. This is a permanent full-time position for a skilled professional who can organise food preparation, maintain consistent quality and support efficient service in a busy hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan menus in consultation with management, considering seasonal availability, customer demand and operational requirements. Estimate food and labour costs, assist with menu pricing, and order food, ingredients and kitchen supplies. Prepare and cook dishes using ovens, grills, pans and other commercial kitchen equipment in accordance with approved recipes and standards. Monitor the quality of dishes at every stage of preparation, cooking and presentation to ensure consistency, portion control and timely service. Discuss food preparation, menu and service issues with management, kitchen staff and front-of-house team members. Demonstrate cooking techniques, advise staff on preparation and plating procedures, and support the development of kitchen team members. Coordinate daily kitchen operations and workflow during preparation and busy service periods. Select, train and supervise cooks and other kitchen staff when required, including allocating tasks and checking completed work. Maintain stock control, conduct stocktakes, rotate ingredients correctly and minimise food waste. Store, freeze and preserve food safely in accordance with temperature-control and food-safety requirements. Explain, implement and enforce food hygiene, HACCP, cleaning and workplace health and safety procedures. Assist with special dietary requirements and ensure allergen information is communicated and handled correctly.

Skills and Experience

• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (or an equivalent commercial cookery qualification) and Diploma of Hospitality Management (or an equivalent qualification). Demonstrated experience performing Chef-level duties in a busy commercial kitchen. Strong knowledge of menu planning, food preparation, cooking techniques, portion control and presentation. Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, allergen management, HACCP principles and workplace safety requirements. Ability to organise work, remain calm under pressure and maintain consistent standards during busy service. Ability to work independently and collaboratively and to guide junior kitchen staff. Availability to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

What We Offer

• A permanent full-time Chef position in a supportive, high-performing kitchen team. A competitive salary of $75,000-$85,000 plus superannuation, commensurate with skills and experience. Staff meals, barista-made coffee, and access to training and professional development. Clear opportunities to develop your kitchen leadership and hospitality career.

How to Apply

Apply through this advertisement with your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant Chef experience and availability. Applications will be assessed on demonstrated skills, qualifications and experience relevant to the position.

Dine & Dezerts is committed to a fair, equitable and accessible recruitment process. Applicants who require reasonable adjustments during recruitment may include the request with their application.

Pay: $80,000.00 – $106,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person