Senior Chef - Premium Waterfront Kitchen

About the role

A premium waterfront hospitality venue is looking for a hands-on Senior Chef to support its Head Chef in delivering exceptional food across a busy and diverse environment, from member dining to events and regattas. The role suits a passionate chef who values quality ingredients, in-house preparation and creative cooking.

Key responsibilities

• Work closely with the Head Chef to deliver high-quality, in-house prepared meals
• Lead by example in a hands-on kitchen role
• Assist with menu development, seasonal menus and daily specials
• Help build and maintain a strong, professional kitchen culture
• Support rostering, labour management and kitchen performance
• Assist with food cost control, purchasing and stock management
• Maintain best practice food safety and WHS standards
• Contribute to member dining, events, regattas and functions

Required profile

• Passionate chef with strong hands-on kitchen experience
• Minimum 2-3 years of hands-on kitchen experience
• Previous experience in a busy, quality-focused hospitality environment
• Fine dining experience in any cuisine is essential
• Ability to work closely with and support a Head Chef
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Food Safety Supervisor certification required

What we offer

• Salary of $75k-$80k plus superannuation
• Stunning waterfront location
• Supportive management team and positive kitchen culture
• Variety of service including events, functions and member dining
• A stable long-term opportunity in a premium hospitality venue