Full Time Bistro Chef

About Dee Why RSL

Dee Why RSL is a leading hospitality and entertainment venue on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, proudly serving a large and diverse membership base. With a focus on quality food, exceptional service and memorable experiences, we offer a dynamic environment for hospitality professionals who are passionate about their craft.

We are seeking experienced and motivated Bistro Chefs (chef de partie) to join our kitchen team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality meals for our members and guests.

About the role

The Bistro Chef will be responsible for planning, preparing and cooking menu items for our bistro operations while maintaining consistent food quality, presentation and service standards.

This is an opportunity for a skilled chef who takes pride in their work, enjoys working in a fast-paced commercial kitchen and understands the importance of food safety, teamwork and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook a range of dishes in accordance with established menus, recipes and presentation standards.
• Coordinate daily food preparation and cooking activities to ensure timely and consistent meal service.
• Monitor the quality, freshness, flavour, portioning and presentation of all dishes before service.
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development and seasonal menu updates where required.
• Monitor food stock levels, assess ingredient requirements and assist with ordering supplies.
• Maintain appropriate food storage, stock rotation and inventory control practices to minimise waste and manage food costs.
• Monitor food preparation costs, portion control and wastage to support efficient kitchen operations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety legislation, hygiene requirements, workplace health and safety procedures and relevant club policies.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment throughout preparation and service.
• Work collaboratively with other chefs, kitchen staff and front-of-house teams to support smooth service delivery.
• Assist with training and providing practical guidance to kitchen team members where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in food quality, kitchen efficiency and member and guest satisfaction.

Skills and experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant and minimum 2 years’ commercial kitchen experience in a professional hospitality environment.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and cook a variety of dishes to a consistent standard in a busy service environment.
• Sound knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, ingredients and presentation standards.
• Knowledge of food safety principles, hygiene practices and safe kitchen operations.
• Experience with stock control, food storage, portion control and minimising food waste.
• The ability to organise and prioritise preparation tasks to meet service requirements.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• A reliable, professional approach and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food quality and service.

A relevant commercial cookery qualification, such as a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent qualification, is desirable.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration of $85,000 per annum, plus superannuation.
• The opportunity to work within an established hospitality and entertainment venue.
• A supportive kitchen team and a fast-paced, varied working environment.
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and develop your culinary skills.
• The opportunity to be part of a club that values quality, teamwork and great member experiences.

You'll also have access to a range of employee benefits including:

• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Employee referral program
• Discounted fun at Zone Bowling Dee Why
• Discounted gym memberships at a range of Northern Beaches' gyms
• Daily meal benefits, free coffee and soft drinks
• Free undercover, onsite parking
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Discounted childcare fees and Dee Why Kindergarten
• Free Chaplain and EAP support
• Free access to CommBank's exclusive Workplace & Employee Banking Program

How to apply

If you are an experienced chef who takes pride in producing quality food and would like to join the team at Dee Why RSL, we encourage you to submit your application, including your resume and details of your relevant experience.

Australian Citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• Referral program

Experience:

• commerical kitchen: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Location:

• Dee Why NSW 2099 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person