Join our innovative café/restaurant and function venue, based in regional Victoria.
About us
Springmount Pottery P/L owns The Convent Daylesford, Bad Habits Cafe & Altar Bar, all housed in Daylesford’s most iconic building. The 19th century old building was a convent and boarding school for almost 90 years had been lovingly restored in the early 1980’s and is one of the businesses that put Daylesford on the map!
The Convent Daylesford is an award-winning Art Gallery housing seven individual gallery spaces, a museum, a century old chapel and a gift shop across its 4 levels.
Bad Habits, inside The Convent, serves breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. Our clients can enjoy a bite before or after exploring the Convent Gallery and gardens. The Bad Habit’s Café/Restaurant offers a selection of eclectic country fare inspired by the best produce from our favourite local producers. Our menu is updated regularly by our passionate and creative kitchen team and includes daily specials alongside the old time favourites.
The Convent is also a purpose built function venue. It is stunning & unique and very popular with wedding couples looking for a venue offering all services under the one roof. It also hosts conferences, workshops & private parties.
With the growth in business and customer base, we need a Chef to fulfil customer demand inside the café/restaurant, bar & function venue.
About this role
We are seeking a creative and self-driven chef, willing to learn and grow in the industry whilst working in a kitchen that encourages passion and flair with food. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of our two kitchens, show leadership, attention to detail and a high standard of presentation and cleanliness. You must be able to work efficiently and operate well under pressure in a team environment.
Applicant must be professional and reliable with a passion for food and a positive team attitude.
Qualifications & Experience
- A Certificate IV and Diploma in Commercial Cookery or equivalent are essential.
- At least two (2) years of experience in a similar environment.
- At least three (3) years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications.
- Possess a demonstrable passion for food and have experience in the creation and implementation of menus.
- Knowledge of Food Hygiene and OH&S standards.
- Excellent communication skills.
- A positive attitude with a strong work ethic.
Tasks and responsibilities
- Preparing and cooking food in accordance with existing menus, following recipes to ensure the high quality and consistency every time a meal is plated.
- Manage the kitchen to deliver exceptional food quality & service.
- Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements.
- Check food is stored and handled as per food health and hygiene regulations.
- Train and mentor kitchen assistants to maintain high standards of performance.
- Oversee kitchen operations, including inventory management, ordering, and cost control.
- Ensure that your work area, equipment, and section are always kept clean, in accordance with health and hygiene, and strictly implementing our OH&S policies.
Pay: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
