Cooks

The Exchange Hotel Kalgoorlie is looking for a Cooks to work with our kitchen team and report or assist the Chef.

Duties & Responsibilities

Demonstrate understanding of food preparation and production in the kitchen department, whilst taking direction from the Chef to ensure smooth operation of all kitchen duties.

Food Operations

* Ensures the consistency of all menu items regardless of time of day or period of service

* Day to day effective involvement in food operations

* Liaising with Chefs and kitchen team to ensure smooth delivery of food to guests

* Operation of kitchen equipment to achieve required results for ala carte and function service

* Work with the Chef to advance and improve current food operations

* Has understanding of stock control and works together with the kitchen team to minimize wastage

Venue Security & Compliance

* Understanding of venue access and security of food stock

* Maintenance of alarm codes, venue keys and other access requests

Safety

* Compliance and understanding of food safety policy and procedures (HACCP)

* Responsible for regular safety meetings with heads of departments present providing a forum for risks and hazards to be addressed and documented

* Follows kitchen systems, policies, and procedures on shift

Personal Presentation

* Presenting oneself in accordance with the venue’s dress standards

* Responding to the requests to perform other tasks from time to time which contribute to the overall success of the venue’s operations

* Maintaining service standards particularly during peak periods

* Maintain a ‘Can-do’ attitude in the face of adversity

Performance Review

* Performance reviews with be part of your commitment to the position, regular scheduled and unscheduled check-ins

Qualifications & Requirements

* All applicants must have 1-2 years of relevant experience

* All relevant experience will be considered for the Cook role

* A positive, friendly, and enthusiastic attitude

* The ability to excel under pressure in a high-volume environment with excellent problem-solving skills

* Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship skills

* Attention to detail with a focus consistency

* We ask that you are open and honest in all dealings to the advantage of both you and the business

Salary

The Annual Salary range is from $70,000 to $100,000 commensurate to qualifications, skills, & experience.

About the Company

The Exchange Hotel is a historic landmark hotel in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia which now comprises the Wild West Saloon, Kalgoorlie’s favourite front-bar and Paddy’s Eat & Drink, a family friendly restaurant with modern pub menu. It is the centrepoint of entertainment in Kalgoorlie.

Apply now! We hope to identify your key areas of growth. You can expect opportunities for training and pathways for promotion within the business.