Posted 7d ago

CHEFS

GLADSTONE FUELS PTY LTD Coffin Bay SA 5607

Permanent Full time
Base pay Above avg.
$80,000 - $85,000

Key points we found

  • Responsible for kitchen operations and menu development.
  • Manage kitchen staff and maintain food safety standards.
  • Ensure customer satisfaction through high-quality food and service.

CHEFS

Gladstone Fuels Pty Ltd (Beachcomber) is looking for Full-time Chefs (a few positions)

Location: Coffin Bay, South Australia

Report to: Manager

Position Overview:

As a Chef, you will be responsible for kitchen operations, ensuring the

delivery of exceptional food and service. This includes menu development, managing

kitchen staff, maintaining high standards of food safety, and controlling costs. The chef

is also expected to introduce innovative dishes that reflect the best of local produce

while maintaining the restaurant’s traditional seaside charm with a fine-dine experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Development:

o Design and develop seasonal menus that reflect local produce and the culinary

identity of Coffin Bay

o Create daily and weekly specials to enhance customer dining experiences.

o Ensure menu offerings are varied and cater to different dietary requirements.

• Kitchen Management:

o Lead role of the kitchen team, including training, scheduling, and performance

management.

o Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and maintains high standards in food

preparation and presentation.

o Implement effective communication and collaboration within the kitchen and with

front-of-house staff.

• Food Safety & Compliance:

o Maintain compliance with food safety standards, ensuring all food is prepared and

stored according to health regulations.

o Ensure the kitchen operates according to workplace health and safety standards.

o Conduct regular inspections and audits of kitchen cleanliness and food handling.

• Cost Control & Inventory:

o Inventory and staffing, ensuring profitability without compromising quality.

o Oversee stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships to ensure fresh, high quality

ingredients.

o Minimize waste by implementing efficient processes

• Customer Focus:

o Ensure dishes are prepared to the highest standards, with consistent quality in

presentation and taste.

o Ensure customer satisfaction, meet specific requirements and address feedback.

o Innovate menu items based on customer preferences and seasonal availability.

Skills & Experience:

• Proven minimum of 1 -3 years of experience in a high-paced restaurant, pub, or hotel

setting.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and train a kitchen team.

• Comprehensive understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.

• Creative flair for developing menus and delivering innovative dishes.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with other

departments.

Qualifications/skills:

• Suitable recognised skills and qualifications (or additional acceptable experience to substitute for

lack of formal qualifications).

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced kitchen environment with the need to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Flexibility with working hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic team with a supportive management team.

• Accommodation assistance can be provided if required.

Salary:

$80,000.00 – $85,000.00 plus superannuation per annum

To Apply:

Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience

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Skills
COST CONTROL
Food Hygiene
FOOD PRODUCTION
FOOD SAFETY
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
KITCHEN MANAGEMENT
MENU DEVELOPMENT
Menu Innovation
ORGANIZATION
TEAM LEADERSHIP
TIME MANAGEMENT

Licenses & certifications
Culinary Diploma

Perks & benefits
Accommodation assistance available
Competitive salary package
Creative environment
Opportunity to lead
Opportunity to work in a dynamic team

More details
Expiring date
23 May 2026
Date posted
23 Apr 2026
Category
Hospo, Tourism & Food Services
Occupation
Chef
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
Company size
51 to 200

GLADSTONE FUELS PTY LTD

51 to 200
Company size
Pay insights
Market average based on all Chef jobs in Spencer Gulf SA
Above avg. range
$80k - $85k
Market average
$67k
$61k - $65k
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1 jobs
$67k
Market average
$61k
$85k
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