Posted 9d ago

Chef

Third Waves Officer Officer VIC 3809

Permanent Full time

Key points we found

  • Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and service standards.
  • Manage a kitchen section during service ensuring timely food output.
  • Maintain food quality, safety, and hygiene standards.

About Us

Third Waves Officer is a hospitality venue located in Officer, Victoria, offering dine-in and takeaway services. The kitchen operates across multiple service periods, preparing a range of meals with a focus on consistency, efficiency, and structured service delivery to meet customer demand.

About the Role

We are seeking a Chef to support daily kitchen operations. The role involves preparing and cooking menu items, managing a section during service, and maintaining consistency in food quality and presentation.

This position is suited to someone who can work in a fast-paced kitchen environment while ensuring smooth service and adherence to kitchen standards.

Company: Third Waves Officer

Location: Officer VIC 3809

Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 plus superannuation

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

  1. Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and service standards
  2. Manage a kitchen section during service and ensure timely food output
  3. Assist with food preparation, portioning, and plating
  4. Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and portion sizes
  5. Monitor food quality and adherence to recipes
  6. Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards
  7. Assist with stock rotation, storage, and inventory control
  8. Minimise food wastage and support efficient kitchen operations
  9. Coordinate with kitchen staff to maintain workflow during service
  10. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen

Skills & Experience

  1. Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or a related qualification
  2. Minimum 1 to 2 years of relevant full-time work experience
  3. Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  4. Strong attention to detail and consistency
  5. Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
  6. Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  7. Good time management and organisational skills

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Skills
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
COOKING
Food Cost control
FOOD PREPARATION
FOOD SAFETY
HYGIENE PRACTICES
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS
TEAMWORK
TIME MANAGEMENT

Licenses & certifications
Certificate IV in commercial cookery

More details
Expiring date
21 May 2026
Date posted
21 Apr 2026
Category
Hospo, Tourism & Food Services
Occupation
Food Preparation & Cooking
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Accommodation and Food Services
Sector
Privately held company
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate

Third Waves Officer

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