Description:
The Melbourne Racing Club (MRC) is one of Australia's most prestigious Sports, Events and Property Development companies. As well as running elite horse racing at Caulfield, Sportsbet Sandown and Mornington Racecourses, we are proud to be recognised as a 2022, 2023 & 2024 Winner of The Australian Business Awards for Employer of Choice.
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Casual Chef De Partie to support our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have a desire to continuously improve and innovate, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently as well as occasionally lead a small team of kitchen staff. MRC hosts approximately 80 race days and over 150 non race day events every calendar year; the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work across our three venues: Caulfield Racecourse, Mornington Racecourse, and Sportsbet Sandown.
Our Executive Chef and kitchen leadership team are committed to mentoring our kitchen team members providing genuine development opportunities including through our internal development program.
Responsibilities
- Maintaining control and leadership in the kitchen during service times in allocated sections.
- Assist with the induction of new employees when required.
- Maintain professional relationships with external supplies.
- Prepare and cook menu as per cooking guidelines and set standards.
- Work in conjunction with the head chef to develop and implement a menu.
- Ensure all staff follow safety procedures.
Essential Skills
- Friendly and approachable demeanour
- Flexible availability – including some evenings and weekends.
- Current Food Handlers Certificate and Do Food Safely Certification
- Certificate 3 or 4 in Commercial Cookery & Relevant experience
- Ability to work autonomously
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to work at all three MRC racecourses.
- Ability to work as part of a team – team morale and culture is an essential part of our workplace environment.
Staff benefits
- Free lunch on race days
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fun Working Conditions
- Great Team Environment
- Career progression and development opportunities.
- Opportunity to work flexible hours around existing commitments.
Now is your chance to secure your spot on the MRC team and get behind the Melbourne Racing Club!
Melbourne Racing Club values differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion and sexual orientations and encourages all suitable applicants to apply for this role.
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below.