Chef

Description:

Location: WOODSIDE, SA

Salary: Above Award

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Position: Chef Position Type: Full Time Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 p/a plus Super Employer Name: M.A Dorhimo & D.i Schulz

• T/a Bedford Hotel

A.B.N: 34 501 265 329 Job Location: Woodside SA Advertising Period: 28 days

• 13 Apr 2025 > 11

May 2025 Please include Reference: J1239 in the Subject Line and email all applications and CV to *****@jobsource.NET.au Summary Our client, the Bedford Hotel in Woodside, South Australia, is a much-loved destination in the Adelaide Hills known for its warm hospitality, inviting atmosphere, and quality dining experience.

With a reputation for delivering high quality meals including a standout Asian-inspired menu, our client is seeking to add a Full-Time Chef to their dynamic kitchen team to support continued culinary excellence and service innovation. The typical job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Preparing and cooking dishes in accordance with the restaurant's standards, ensuring consistency in taste, appearance, and quality.
• Preparing dishes that accommodate customers' dietary requirements and preferences.
• Operating and managing the sauté, grill, and fryer stations in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Designing and updating menus to incorporate seasonal ingredients, culinary trends, and customer preferences.
• Ensuring all dishes meet the restaurant's quality and safety standards, including taste, presentation, and portion sizes.
• Ensuring proper temperature control for ovens, grills, and food storage equipment.
• Ordering ingredients and supplies, managing stock levels, and controlling waste to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
• Plating dishes with a high level of presentation and attention to detail.
• Maintaining impeccable hygiene and adhering to all food safety regulations.
• Managing food costs by minimising waste and utilising ingredients efficiently.

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for the role:

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or a comparable formal cookery qualification
• Minimum 1 year of experience leading a professional commercial kitchen team
• Proven menu planning skills (at least 1 year), including recipe development and cost estimation
• Strong proficiency with sauté, grill, and fryer techniques in a high-paced kitchen
• Experience preparing seafood, steak and high-quality protein dishes to premium standards
• Strong stock control and ordering capabilities
• Demonstrated commitment to hygiene, safety, and food handling regulations
• Experience managing kitchen operations during functions and high-volume services
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead and support kitchen staff effectively

Please include Reference: J1239 in the Subject Line and email all applications and CV to *****@jobsource.NET.au Due to the volume of applicants, only those meeting the minimum standards will be considered and only successful candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the role.