Description:
About us
The Wests Group Australia is a major employer in the Newcastle, Port Stephens and Lake Macquarie regions. Employing close to 1000 people, Wests operates a multi-site portfolio of entertainment and hospitality venues comprising of registered clubs, hotels, conference and fitness facilities as well as the Newcastle Knights. We are one of the many local success stories of our region.
Being an employee of The Wests Group will give you access to the following perks and benefits:
- Flexible work options AND paid Parental Leave.
- Wellbeing Leave.
- First Nations Cultural Leave
- Above-award wages, paid overtime and penalty rates for weekends and public holidays.
- Paid traineeships and leadership development courses.
- 40% discount off meals for club employees.
- $25 per month for an all-access Balance Collective membership (access to all three clubs, Mayfield aquatics, group fitness, yoga, pilates and unlimited creche). As an added bonus, this offer extends out to your partner as well!
- Discount accommodation rates at The Executive, The Gateway and The Anchorage Hotel & Spa.
- Discounted nib Health Insurance.
- 15% Discount at Reflection Holiday Parks
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programs.
- Free annual flu vaccinations.
About the position
Wests Mayfield is currently seeking a Full Time Chef or experienced Cook to join the team. Our catering team work across our Bistro operations and Texas Grill Restaurant. The Texas Grill menu is packed with slow smoked ribs and wings, burgers, pizzas and prime-grade, hand-trimmed, naturally aged steaks and classic steakhouse sides and of course desserts. Our Bistro menu has all our club favourites with weekly specials that give you variety. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Ensure prep sheets are completed
- Preparation of high quality food during service
- Assist other sections when required
- Cleaning of work areas
- Assist with the set-up and close down of service
- Ensure food is stored to hygiene standards
- Ensure appropriate disposal of waste
This position will require availability for split shifts for lunch and dinner service. Availability for work on Friday nights, weekends and good availability through the week is a must.
As part of The Wests Group recruitment and assessment process, all candidates progressing to the next stage will be required to complete relevant due diligence and probity checks specific to the role. This includes, but is not limited to, a Criminal History Check, reference checks, and right to work verification via our company portal. All associated checks and costs will be facilitated by The Wests Group.
About you
We are seeking an energetic team player with a passion for food and good service. You pride yourself on presentation & consistency. You will have obtained your Certificate 3 in commercial cookery or have equivalent experience. You will be available to work nights and weekends and be flexible to assist with our Bistro operations.
We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to create a work environment where employee differences such as gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and education are valued to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.