Chefs / Cooks

The Bayswater Hotel is looking for Chefs / Cooks to work with our kitchen team who will report to the Head Chef & Venue Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities

Demonstrate understanding of food preparation and production in the kitchen department, whilst taking direction from the Head Chef to ensure smooth operation of all kitchen duties.

Food Operations

• Ensures the consistency of all menu items regardless of time of day or period of service
• Day to day effective involvement in food operations
• Liaising with Chefs and kitchen team to ensure smooth delivery of food to guests
• Operation of kitchen equipment to achieve required results for ala carte and function service
• Work with the Head Chef to advance and improve current food operations
• Has understanding of stock control and works together with the kitchen team to minimize wastage
• Venue Security & Compliance
• Understanding of venue access and security of food stock
• Maintenance of alarm codes, venue keys and other access requests

Safety

• Compliance and understanding of food safety policy and procedures (HACCP)
• Responsible for regular safety meetings with heads of departments present providing a forum for risks and hazards to be addressed and documented
• Follows kitchen systems, policies, and procedures on shift

Staff Management

• Understanding of kitchen labour control taking lead from the Head Chef
• Monitors and enforces kitchen service standards as provided by the Head Chef
• Follows kitchen systems, policies, and procedures on shift

Personal Presentation

• Presenting oneself in accordance with the venue’s dress standards
• Responding to the requests to perform other tasks from time to time which contribute to the overall success of the venue’s operations
• Maintaining service standards particularly during peak periods
• Maintain a ‘Can-do’ attitude in the face of adversity

Performance Review

• Performance reviews with be part of your commitment to the position, regular scheduled and unscheduled check-ins

Qualifications & Requirements

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in a commercial kitchen is required
• All relevant experience will be considered
• A positive, friendly, and enthusiastic attitude
• The ability to excel under pressure in a high-volume environment with excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship skills
• Attention to detail with a focus consistency
• We ask that you are open and honest in all dealings to the advantage of both you and the business

Salary

The Annual Salary range is from $70,000 to $100,000 commensurate to qualifications, skills, & experience.

About the Company

Quality Hotel Bayswater features perfectly appointed guest accommodation Bayswater, an on-site restaurant, two lively bar areas, and a Thirsty Camel bottle shop. Conveniently situated just steps from the Bayswater Train Station, Quality Hotel Bayswater is the perfect place for a fun filled evening or to park and connect you with all of Perth's major attractions.