Posted 22d ago

Chef

Rivers of Yarrambat Yarrambat VIC 3091

Permanent Full time
Base pay Above avg.
$76,000 - $78,000

Key points we found

  • Cook menu items in line with established recipes and presentation standards.
  • Plan menus and monitor cooking processes to maintain food quality and timely service.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations and equipment.

About Us

Rivers of Yarrambat operates as a hospitality venue in Yarrambat, Victoria, delivering dine-in food services within a structured commercial kitchen environment. The business focuses on maintaining consistent food quality, efficient kitchen coordination, and smooth service delivery across daily trading periods.

About the Role

The Chef position is responsible for cooking menu items and supporting day-to-day kitchen operations within a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment. The role supports food service delivery by ensuring dishes are cooked consistently, efficiently, and in line with established recipes, presentation standards, and kitchen procedures.

Location: Shop 1A/28 Kurrak Rd, Yarrambat VIC 3091

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $76,000 to $78,000 + Superannuation

Key Responsibilities

  1. Cook menu items in line with established recipes and presentation standards
  2. Plan menus and monitor cooking processes to maintain food quality, consistency, and timely service
  3. Operate across different kitchen sections during busy service periods as required
  4. Ensure dishes are presented according to business standards before service
  5. Assist with daily kitchen coordination and workflow during service operations
  6. Monitor stock usage and assist with stock rotation and ingredient storage procedures
  7. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, equipment, and storage areas
  8. Assist with monitoring portion consistency and kitchen service standards
  9. Follow food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety procedures at all times
  10. Work collaboratively with chefs and kitchen staff to support smooth kitchen operations

Skills & Experience

  1. Relevant qualification such as Certificate IV or Diploma in Commercial Cookery or equivalent
  2. Minimum 3 years of full-time relevant work experience in a similar role
  3. Experience working within a commercial kitchen or hospitality environment
  4. Strong understanding of cooking techniques, kitchen workflow, and service operations
  5. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  6. Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
  7. Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills

How to Apply

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Skills
Cooking Techniques
Food presentation
Food Safety
Hygiene standards
Kitchen Equipment Operation
Kitchen Workflow
Organisational skills
Stock Management
Teamwork
Time management

Licenses & certifications
Certificate IV in commercial cookery
Diploma in Commercial Cookery

More details
Expiring date
25 Jun 2026
Date posted
26 May 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, Diploma or associate's degree

Rivers of Yarrambat

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$76k - $78k
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