Head Chef

What will it be like to work for the Longbeach RSL?

The Longbeach RSL brand continues to be the innovative, forward-thinking leaders of the hospitality industry. With new products and services that meet the needs of tomorrow, we hope to shape our customer experiences beyond the expectations of our Member & Guest.

If you understand the importance of upholding a brand's reputation and value the effort it takes to provide a recognized hospitality experience, you may be just the person we are looking for at the Longbeach RSL.

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a current Sous Chef who is looking at taking the next step in their career or Current Head Chef who is after a change in scenery with a fantastic work life balance.

The role of a Head Chef covers the aspects of operations within the kitchen environment. It requires a strong work ethic, team focused attitude, leadership qualities as well as the ability to follow directions from senior management where applicable.

Successful applicant will need to show:

• a proven track record of calmness under pressure
• a proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• an all encompassing passion for food, a true hospitality professional

ideally you will already posses base knowledge of the following

• Menu writing, costing and implementation
• training techniques for educating staff
• HACCP and food safety standards

Member/Customer Service.

• Serve a consistent high quality product
• Ensure that the kitchen is always in a clean and hygienic state
• Perform the operational duties of allocated section.
• Maintain the equipment and utensils.

Teamwork

• Maintain a commitment to workplace objectives by supporting peers and management in the day-to-day operations.
• Contribute to team meetings and support and recommend changes to improve business and operating efficiencies

Delivery

• Maintain knowledge of, and deliver products and services to members and customers that are compliant with standard operating procedures.
• This includes an awareness of overall RSL and local business activities that provide opportunities for increased member/guest usage and revenue growth of our facilities.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of all food items and base cooking techniques
• Knowledge of the major Kitchen sections with exposure to sauces, Larder, Grill, Pans and Pastry and associated service styles.
• Knowledge in the procedures and implementation of mis en place of the assigned section.
• Strong grasp of stock rotation.

Skills:

• Great communication skills.
• Very good food preparation skills for the assigned section of the kitchen such as grill, larder, buffet, and functions / banquets.
• Time management skills with the ability to co-ordinate multiple tasks within tight deadlines.
• Promote morale and encourage teamwork.

If you think you are the right person for this fast paced, but fun environment, and are absolutely committed to providing great service to always look after the customer, then we would love to hear from you.

Please apply directly through seek.com.au with appropriate cover letter and resume.