ALL about the role – what you’ll be doing:

• Ensure consistent great food production, in line with the high-quality standards
• Perform tasks within a timely manner
• Predominately working to cover breakfast and lunch shifts
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contaminating
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
• Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation
• Awareness departmental targets and strive to achieve them as part of the team
• Meet all health and hygiene requirements
• Be environmentally aware

We are looking for a passionate Pastry Chef de Partie to join our amazing Patry Kitchen team. You will work in a high-energy, fast-paced kitchen, crafting exquisite desserts and contributing to an exceptional guest experience.

• Prepare and present a variety of high-quality pastries, desserts, and baked goods, ensuring consistency and excellence in every dish.
• Collaborate with the Pastry Chef to develop and innovate new menu items.
• Ensure that all mise en place is ready and of the highest standard before service.
• Oversee the junior members of the pastry team, providing guidance, mentorship, and support.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations in the pastry section.
• Manage stock, orders, and inventory for the pastry section, ensuring minimal waste.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization within the pastry kitchen.

The Chef de Cuisine - Banquets will oversee the culinary operations for all banquet functions, ensuring exceptional food quality, creativity, and consistency. The role requires leadership in menu design, kitchen management, and a focus on delivering outstanding banquet experiences. As a key member of the culinary team, this position is responsible for managing kitchen staff, maintaining food cost controls, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The role reports directly to the Executive Chef. 

Culinary Leadership:

• Lead and manage all culinary operations for banquets, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation.
• Design and implement creative and innovative banquet menus that reflect seasonal produce and local ingredients.
• Ensure consistent high-quality food standards and presentation for all banquet functions and events.

Kitchen Management:

• Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Manage kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service during banquet events.
• Oversee food inventory, ordering, and stock control in line with budgetary guidelines.

Food Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure all kitchen operations comply with food safety and health regulations.
• Maintain strict hygiene, cleanliness, and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Implement and maintain food handling procedures.

Budget & Cost Control:

• Work closely with the Executive Chef to monitor food costs, waste, and portion control.
• Assist with managing kitchen budgets and labor costs, ensuring profitability for banquet operations.
• Ensure timely ordering of ingredients while adhering to cost and quality guidelines.
• Scheduling and managing workforce rostering for banquet kitchen operations. 

Collaboration & Communication:

• Collaborate with the Events sales and Banquet teams to ensure seamless execution of events and customer satisfaction.
• Communicate effectively with the front-of-house team regarding menu items, dietary requirements, and special requests.
• Participate in client meetings to discuss menu ideas and accommodate personalized preferences.

•          Permanent, Full-time position

•          Work hours: 38 hours per week

•          Salary $73,150 to $80,000 per year plus superannuation

What you will be doing:

• Supervision of kitchen in the absence of the Executive.  Delegate duties and responsibilities to kitchen employees to ensure service demands are met.
• Lead team members by setting a positive example. 
• Assist Executive Chef with menu preparation and ensuring adequate supplies are available for expected service.
• Liaise with Restaurant team members regarding the availability of menu items, additions to the menu and any relevant changes.
• Maintain excellent presentation standards and cost control for all food and beverage outlets.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage.  Have stock control procedures implemented and maintained.
• Works with and co-ordinates the work of apprentices in the preparation and production of food as required.
• Prepares and ensures availability of mis en place as required.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy. 
• Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned.
• Assist with preparation of rosters, ensuring that suitable and cost effective employee levels are maintained at all times.  Rosters to be authorized by appropriate department head. 
• Report any problems to the Executive Chef 
• Prepare, season and cook food as directed, meeting dietary requirements where required
• Follow recipes and presentation specifications
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
• Oversee and manage kitchen operations
• Clean and organise kitchen and equipment in adherence to hygiene and safety regulations
• Preserve and store foodstuffs in appropriate temperature-controlled facilities
• Recording food temperature
• Train apprentices and other kitchen staff
• Assist with menu planning and development
• Stock management including ordering, rotation and wastage control

We are currently seeking Demi Chef's to join our dynamic and professional team. You will be responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Kitchen department, whilst maintaining high standards in food hygiene and quality. We're offering you a unique chance to learn exceptional techniques and work with the best produce in a dynamic and talented team. If you enjoy variety in your day and are passionate about food preparation and presentation as well as delivering quality cuisine with a flair - then this is a role for you!

• Assist with ordering necessary food items accordingly to business needs and demands.
• Prepare and present menu items showing variety and flair, within the cost margins specified by the hotel.
• Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage, whereby you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining stock control procedures.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy. Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned.
• Ensure consistent and quality food production
• Meet all health and hygiene requirements

In this role, you will be based at our Oaks Mackay Rivermarque property. 

We are looking for either a Cook or Chef pending your experience to join our team.

As a Chef or Cook for Oaks you will assist with the kitchen operations, servicing the Marque Bar and Grill Restaurant