At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious dishes and contribute to menu planning in a vibrant waterfront venue.
- Company: Join the friendly team at Catering HQ in beautiful Huskisson.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, annual leave, and a relaxed work environment.
- Other info: Be part of a community-focused team with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Work in a stunning location while honing your culinary skills and creativity.
- Qualifications: Relevant industry qualification and 1-2 years of cooking experience required.
The predicted salary is between 79000 - 85000 $ per year.
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
FULL-TIME 38 HOURS PER WEEK MINIMUM 4 WEEKS ANNULE LEAVE SALARY PLUS SUPER
$79k PA - $85K PA BASIL & THYME PTY LTD trading as CATERING HQ JERVIS BAY is looking for full-time Chefs and Cooks for their busy venue.
The venue is a relaxed waterfront destination in Huskisson, Australia, offering stunning panoramic views of Jervis Bay alongside casual dining, drinks, and community-focused hospitality.
Known as a popular local gathering spot, the club features family-friendly dining options including bistro meals, pizza, gelato, and café offerings, making it an ideal place to unwind after exploring the beaches and coastal trails of the Shoalhaven region.
With its welcoming atmosphere, scenic outdoor seating, and long-standing connection to the local community, Club Jervis Bay combines laid-back coastal charm with a vibrant social experience.
To be considered for the role, you need to have a relevant industry qualification and at least 1-2 years' experience in a similar position.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Must display excellent prep, cooking and plating skills
- Strong emphasis on quality and consistency of dishes
- Demonstrate a keen Interest in growing food trends and techniques
- Ability to contribute to menu planning, food cost estimation and food cost control
- Work with the management team on food preparation and seasonal menu planning
- Stock ordering
- Labour cost control and assist the owners with rostering
- A sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and WHS
- Immaculate presentation and grooming
- Ability to handle large service numbers
- Above average customer care and service skills
- Must be able to train our junior team on cooking techniques and procedures
- Assist with staff hiring and training
- Experience on pans and grill section high-tail desirable
- Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
- Discuss customer requirements and requests with the front of house team
- YOU MUST BE
- Available nights, weekends and school holidays.
- Flexible
- Positive with a can-do attitude
• Willing to join our team and be part of something great!
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Chefs and Cooks employer: You Solved
At Catering HQ, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters creativity and teamwork among our chefs and cooks. Located in the picturesque Nelson Bay, our venue not only provides competitive salaries and generous leave entitlements but also encourages professional growth through hands-on training and community engagement. Join us to be part of a supportive environment where your culinary skills can shine while contributing to a beloved local institution.
