Chefs
- Lead kitchen operations across bistro dining, weddings, functions and major events, delivering consistent food in a high-volume environment.
- Manage and develop the kitchen team, menus, kitchen systems, food costs, labour and food safety.
- Work with senior management to support the club’s growth during its major renovation.
The Role
As Chef, you'll have full responsibility for leading all kitchen operations across our bistro, functions and major events. This is a hands-on position where you'll be expected to lead from the front during service while developing the systems, people and processes that will support our continued growth. We have 2 chef positions available.
What You'll Be Responsible For
- Leading, mentoring, developing and training a passionate kitchen team
- Delivering exceptional food across à la carte service, weddings, functions and large-scale events
- Managing food costs, labour, wastage and other key financial KPIs
- Developing menus that balance creativity, consistency and profitability
- Building efficient kitchen systems that support high-volume service
- Maintaining the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness and workplace safety
- Working closely with senior management to support the Club's strategic growth
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience as a Chef
- Strong commercial understanding with proven success managing food costs and labour
- Experience leading high-volume kitchens, functions and events
- A genuine leader who develops people and creates a positive team culture
- Calm under pressure with exceptional organisational skills
- Passion for delivering consistently outstanding food and guest experiences
Why Join Us?
- Immediate start available for 2 chefs.
- The Ayr Anzac Memorial Club is undergoing a major, multi-million dollar renovation. When completed we'll be one of the region's leading hospitality destinations, offering exceptional dining, entertainment and leisure experiences for our members and guests.
- This is more than just a Chef role—it's an opportunity to be part of an exciting period of growth.
- Willing to support sponsorship
- Option to work Tuesday to Saturday or Wednesday to Sunday
- Lead a diverse operation featuring bistro dining, weddings, festivals and major events such as ANZAC day
- Opportunity to shape menus, systems and kitchen culture
- Supportive leadership team committed to investing in people and the future of the business
Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining why you're the right fit for this exciting opportunity.
Pay: AU$80,000.00 – AU$95,000.00 per year
If you're ready to lead a kitchen, we'd love to hear from you.
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