Chefs

Barry Nominees Pty Ltd trading as Doc Hughes Restaurant requires a qualified and experienced Chef

Location: 23 The Esplanade, Torquay VIC 3228

Employment Type: Full-time & Casual

Doc Hughes Torquay is an iconic coastal restaurant on Victoria's Surf Coast, celebrating the best of regional produce and local delicacies. Our menu showcases modern Australian cuisine with a focus on locally sourced produce.

We are a high-volume venue offering a quality dining experience for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We are seeking qualified and experienced Chefs (full-time and casual) who are passionate about regional cuisine and committed to delivering exceptional food in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Applicant must have experience in breakfast service, grill and pan sections. Opportunities to progress to a junior sous chef role available.

Key Duties

• Plan and prepare menus featuring regional Victorian produce, local seafood, and seasonal ingredients, and develop new weekly specials.

• Estimate food requirements and costs, and order stock from local suppliers.

• Prepare and cook a variety of modern Australian dishes using cooking methods including wood-fired grilling, sautéing, frying, baking, roasting, grilling, and professional plating techniques.

• Ensure all meals are prepared and presented to a consistently high standard, with a focus on regional flavours and presentation.

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of entry-level cooks and other kitchen staff during food preparation and peak service periods.

• Maintain records of food costs, stock usage, wastage, and kitchen operations, and implement strategies to minimise waste.

• Ensure strict compliance with Food Safety Standards, HACCP requirements, and Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations.

• Contribute to the development of seasonal specials using produce sourced from the Surf Coast and Otways regions.

Essential Requirements

• Australian-recognised Certificate IV and Diploma in Hospitality or Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification).

• A minimum of two years of relevant Australian post-qualification experience as a Chef in a similar hospitality environment.

• Demonstrated experience in modern Australian, regional, or fine dining cuisine, including cooking with local seafood, premium meats, and seasonal produce.

• Experience working in hospitality venues within Torquay, Geelong, the Surf Coast, or the Great Ocean Road region will be highly regarded.

• Availability to work a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Applicants with unrestricted Australian work rights will be given preference for an immediate start.

Barry Nominees Pty Ltd trading as Doc Hughes Torquay is an Equal Opportunity Employer.