Chef - Grill & Cold Larder

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Paradise Resort Gold Coast is looking for an experienced and passionate Chef with strong Grill and Cold Larder skills to join our busy Kitchen team.

Working across our range of food and beverage outlets, including Penguins Restaurant, Poolside Cafe & Bar, Jerry's Burgers, Deb's Pizza and El Mexicano, this is a hands-on role suited to a Chef who is confident working the grill and cold larder sections in a busy, high-volume kitchen.

We are looking for someone who is comfortable managing their section, takes pride in quality and presentation, and can keep their cool when service gets busy!

As part of our Kitchen team, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting all food-related guest requests with passion and consistency, while maintaining our high standards of food safety, hygiene and presentation.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Confidently working across grill and cold larder sections

• Preparing, cooking and serving food to a consistently high standard in a fast-paced kitchen

• Ensuring your section is prepared and ready for service

• Maintaining consistency in portioning, presentation and quality

• Maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic work environment

• Complying with all Health and Safety and Food Safety policies and procedures

• Maintaining appropriate stock control, storage and rotation

• Working collaboratively with our Kitchen and Food & Beverage teams during busy service periods

• Demonstrating excellent product knowledge and pride in every dish that leaves the kitchen

Skills and Experience:

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Strong experience and confidence working both Grill and Cold Larder

• Commercial Cookery Qualification – Certificate III or IV (essential)

• Experience working in a high-volume kitchen environment

• Strong knife skills, preparation skills and attention to detail

• A genuine passion for food, presentation and culinary excellence

• The ability to work effectively and efficiently as part of a fun, hardworking team

• Good knowledge of food safety, stock rotation and kitchen hygiene requirements

• Flexibility to work across a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays

Culture and Benefits:

At Paradise Resort, we believe our employees are an essential part of delivering the incredibly fun, energetic and memorable experiences our guests and their families talk about for years to come.

We aim to empower and support our employees through career-enhancing opportunities and excellent working conditions. We reward, retain and develop people who possess the right attitude and want to succeed as hospitality professionals.

As part of the Paradise Resort team, you can expect:

• The opportunity to be part of Australia's Favourite Family Resort and grow with the company

• Discounts on accommodation and food and beverage outlets

• Career development and progression opportunities

• A fun, energetic and supportive working environment

• The opportunity to work across a diverse range of food outlets and styles

Apply Now:

If the grill is your happy place, you know your way around a larder section and you love the energy of a busy kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant kitchen experience.

For further information about Paradise Resort Gold Coast, visit www.paradiseresort.com.au.

If your skills and experience match what we're looking for, we'll be in touch!