Chef

Chef – Full-Time

Company: Arch and Stone
Location: Melbourne VIC 3004
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent/ongoing
Salary: AUD $79,500–$85,000 per annum plus superannuation

About the Position

Arch and Stone is seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join its professional kitchen team in Melbourne.

This is a full-time, permanent position suitable for a motivated hospitality professional who is committed to delivering high-quality food, maintaining consistent presentation standards and contributing to the efficient operation of a busy kitchen.

The successful candidate will work closely with management, kitchen staff and front-of-house employees to support smooth service delivery and maintain high standards of food quality, hygiene and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Planning and reviewing menus in consultation with management, taking into account customer preferences, seasonal ingredients and operational requirements;
Estimating food requirements and assisting with the management of ingredient, supply and labour costs;
Ordering food products and kitchen supplies and monitoring stock levels;
Preparing and cooking a range of dishes in accordance with established recipes, portioning requirements and presentation standards;
Checking food quality throughout preparation, cooking and service to ensure consistency in taste, appearance and portion size;
Providing guidance to kitchen staff regarding food preparation methods, cooking techniques and presentation;
Liaising with management, kitchen employees and front-of-house staff to resolve food preparation and service-related issues;
Ensuring ingredients and prepared food are stored, handled and preserved correctly;
Monitoring food waste and supporting effective stock rotation and inventory control;
Maintaining and enforcing food safety, hygiene, sanitation and workplace health and safety procedures;
Assisting with the recruitment, induction, training and supervision of kitchen staff where required;
Supporting the efficient coordination of kitchen operations during busy service periods; and
Contributing to menu improvements and the ongoing development of kitchen procedures.
Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, applicants must have:

A minimum qualification of Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, Commercial Cookery or a closely related field;
At least one year of relevant professional experience working as a Chef or in a comparable commercial kitchen role;
Strong food preparation, cooking and presentation skills;
Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen sanitation requirements;
The ability to work efficiently and remain organised in a fast-paced environment;
Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
Strong teamwork skills and the ability to work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house staff;
The ability to manage competing priorities and maintain consistent quality during busy service periods; and
Flexibility to work in accordance with the venue’s operational roster.
A Diploma of Hospitality Management will be considered an advantage.

What We Offer

A full-time, permanent/ongoing position;
An annual salary of AUD $79,500–$85,000 plus superannuation, depending on qualifications and experience;
The opportunity to work within a professional and supportive hospitality team;
A busy and dynamic working environment; and
Opportunities to contribute to menu development and ongoing kitchen improvements.
How to Apply

Applicants are invited to submit their current résumé and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant qualifications, professional kitchen experience and availability.

Only applicants who meet the required qualifications and experience will be considered.

Work Location: In person