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Chef

wallaroo roadhouse Yorke Peninsula SA

Permanent Full time
Base pay Above avg.
$70,000 - $80,000
$70,000 - $80,000 based on experience

Key points we found

  • Join a dynamic team as a Chef at Wallaroo Roadhouse.
  • Plan and design menus while managing food costs and quality.
  • Supervise kitchen staff and ensure high standards of food safety.

We are looking for a skilled and reliable Chef to join our team at Wallaroo Roadhouse. This is a full-time role with a salary between $70,000 and $80,000, depending on your experience. Sponsorship is available for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Plan and design menus that suit roadhouse customers and control food costs.
  2. Estimate food and labour costs and place orders for supplies.
  3. Supervise food preparation and presentation to keep high standards.
  4. Work with Managers, Dietitians, and kitchen/service staff to solve issues.
  5. Demonstrate cooking techniques and guide the kitchen team.
  6. Prepare and cook a range of dishes to a high standard.
  7. Ensure hygiene, food safety, and health rules are followed.
  8. Manage food storage, freezing, and preservation.
  9. Train and coach kitchen staff.
  10. Keep the kitchen clean and organised for busy shifts.

What We Are Looking For

  1. Proven Chef experience in busy kitchens (roadhouse, café, or similar).
  2. Strong cooking skills, food safety knowledge, and cost control.
  3. Calm under pressure in fast-paced settings.
  4. Attention to detail for quality food and presentation.
  5. Team player with good communication.
  6. Ready for shift work including weekends and holidays.

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Skills
ATTENTION TO DETAIL
CALM UNDER PRESSURE
COOKING TECHNIQUES
COST CONTROL
FOOD PREPARATION
FOOD SAFETY
food storage and preservation
hygiene and health regulations
kitchen supervision
MENU PLANNING
Shift work flexibility
TEAMWORK

More details
Expiring date
16 May 2026
Date posted
16 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

wallaroo roadhouse

Pay insights
Market average based on all Chef jobs in Spencer Gulf SA
Above avg. range
$70k - $80k
Market average
$67k
$61k - $65k
1 jobs
$65k - $68k
0 jobs
$68k - $72k
1 jobs
$67k
Market average
$61k
$80k
This job pays above average

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