Chef

Job Title: Full-time Chef (38 Hour Per week)
Address: 2 Dukes Highway, Keith, SA 5267 (Keith Gateway Cafe)
Salary: $74,000.00 – $78,000.00 per year plus superannuation

About the Company

RE & TK Wilsdon Pty Ltd, t/a Keith Gateway Cafe is a well-established hospitality venue located at 2 Dukes Highway, Keith, 5267, South Australia, serving the local community and travellers through the Limestone Coast region. The business is known for providing quality meals, consistent service, and a welcoming dining environment. With a strong focus on fresh ingredients, flavourful cuisine, and customer satisfaction, Keith Gateway delivers a reliable and enjoyable hospitality experience.

As the business continues to grow, we are seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to join our kitchen team and contribute their expertise, creativity, and leadership to support daily operations and maintain high food standards.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced, motivated Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations at Keith Gateway. The role includes preparing high-quality meals, maintaining consistency and efficiency in the kitchen, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. This hands-on position is well suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook high-quality dishes following the restaurant’s menu and standards.
• Oversee kitchen operations to ensure food is prepared efficiently and consistently.
• Monitor portion sizes and presentation to maintain quality standards.
• Assist in menu planning by introducing creative and seasonal dishes.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and WHS regulations.
• Manage stock levels, place orders, and monitor kitchen inventory.
• Train and supervise junior kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to best kitchen practices.
• Maintain a clean and organised workspace, following all sanitation and hygiene guidelines.
• Work efficiently under pressure, particularly during peak service times.
• Collaborate with the Front staff and management team to improve kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction.

About You:

• Strong understanding of kitchen safety, food hygiene, and workplace health regulations.
• Ability to prepare meals efficiently while maintaining consistency in taste and presentation.
• Comfortable managing busy kitchen operations and working under pressure.
• Experience in a high-volume café or restaurant setting.
• Good organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to train and support junior staff.
• Passionate about food quality, with an eye for detail in meal presentation.
• Proactive in maintaining cleanliness and order in the kitchen.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• A minimum of 1 year of experience as a chef is required, with additional experience considered advantageous.
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification.
• Credential in health and safety training.

What We Offer

• Full-time, stable employment with 38 hours per week
• Competitive salary package $74,000.00 – $78,000.00 plus superannuation
• Supportive and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to work in a well-established regional hospitality business