Chef

Hospitality · Kalgoorlie, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

An established hospitality operation in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, needs an experienced Chef. You must be able to prove genuine commercial kitchen capability and reliability, and be confident in a demanding service environment.

Your skills and experience will be checked, so they must be clearly demonstrable and verifiable. In the role, you work alongside the Head Chef and contribute directly to food preparation, service standards, kitchen organisation and team performance.

Employer sponsorship is available for an eligible candidate, with potential pathways towards permanent residence under applicable arrangements. The business participates in the Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA). Verify every offer carefully before you share personal documents with anyone.

Key Responsibilities

Support the Head Chef with daily kitchen operation and take responsibility for the kitchen whenever the Head Chef is absent
Prepare, cook and present food to established quality standards, every time
Demonstrate practical competence across various kitchen sections
Assist with grill, pizza, pasta and dessert preparation
Complete mise en place and preparation ahead of service, with stations organised for efficient delivery
Hold food quality, presentation and portion sizes steady throughout service
Deliver effectively in busy, high-volume service periods
Maintain clean, organised, fully prepared work areas and follow food safety, hygiene and kitchen operating procedures
Attend daily kitchen briefings and communicate operational requirements
Collaborate with chefs, kitchen staff and the broader hospitality team
Give guidance and direction to kitchen staff as required
Manage time and resources efficiently in service
Uphold professional conduct, presentation and customer service standards

Requirements & Eligibility

You must satisfy the relevant employer sponsorship and DAMA nomination requirements
Minimum 4 years working professionally as a Chef
Comparable commercial kitchen experience you can demonstrate
Proven hands-on ability across multiple areas of kitchen production
Grill, pizza, pasta and dessert experience will be highly regarded
A culinary qualification from Australia or overseas that is recognised, or equivalent industry experience that can be demonstrated
Solid understanding of commercial food preparation and service
Experience in high-volume restaurant or hospitality environments
Ability to lead or coordinate kitchen staff when required, backed by strong organisation and time-management capabilities
Good verbal and written communication skills
Reliable and professional in handling workplace responsibilities
Able to work independently and also contribute positively to a team
Strong commitment to food safety, cleanliness and quality
Current Food Safety certification is advantageous
Current Safe Food Handling certification is advantageous

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