Description:
Join the team behind Australia’s premier stadium and be part of delivering world-class hospitality on major event days.
At Optus Stadium, we operate multiple high-volume kitchens across different areas, including:
- Premium Retail – High-end burgers and retail food
- Corporate Suites – High-end cocktail and private buffet stations
- Victory Lounge, Goodwood Restaurant, and Coaches Club – High-end plated catering
As a Casual Chef in Charge, you will take ownership of a kitchen on major event days, ensuring service runs smoothly and food is prepared to the highest standard. With support from full-time roaming chefs and leadership from the Executive Chef and Sous Chef team, you will:
- Lead and manage your team of chefs within an assigned kitchen
- Follow event orders and manage timings to ensure food is served on schedule
- Prepare for peak demand periods, such as halftime breaks
- Maintain HACCP standards and uphold food safety compliance
Anytime you are appointed to run a kitchen, you will be paid at the Sous Chef rate. If you are available for mid-week prep shifts, you will be rostered as a Chef de Partie.
What We’re Looking For- Trade qualification in commercial cookery
- Six or more years of experience in a five-star hotel, high-end restaurant, or large venue
- At least two years of experience as a Sous Chef
- Strong understanding of HACCP and food safety standards
- Ability to lead a team and manage service under pressure
- Knowledge of traditional and modern cooking techniques as well as current Australian food trends
- Work at a globally recognised stadium, named International Venue of the Year at the Stadium Business Awards 2022
- Casual flexibility with the ability to work major events that fit your schedule
- Supportive team environment with training provided to set you up for success
- Fast-paced and exciting atmosphere with no two events the same
- We are looking for Chefs in Charge available throughout the AFL season, with training provided to prepare for the busy June 2025 events period
- The majority of major events are on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays, with some mid-week events
- Shadow shifts will be provided based on experience to ensure you are comfortable before leading a kitchen
Applications are open– submit your details today and join our team.
15 Mar 2025;
from:
uworkin.com