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Great Western Enterprises Pty Ltd What We're Looking For:- A team player with excellent communication skills, ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment.- Passionate individuals committed to delivering culinary excellence across all our establishments.- Dedication to a long-term, permanent position within our diverse culinary team.     Benefits Full-time $80000 - $85000 p.a plus Superannuation Task & responsibilities Organize and control the operations of the kitchen to ensure a memorable dining experience for our patrons.  Duties in brief include: Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies. Being responsible for quality control and tasting the dishes; making sure they meet the right standards and are presented correctly before they go out to thecustomer. Discussing food preparation issues with Managers, Dietitians, and kitchen and waiting staff. Demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures. Preparing and cooking food. Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations. Potentially selecting and training staff. Freezing and preserving foods. Creating a vision for the cuisine, inspiring the team, and delegating tasks effectively. Recruiting, motivating, and managing staff. Overseeing the day-to-day running of the kitchen, ordering food, and undertaking the kitchen inventory (this potentially includes budgeting). Overseeing hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen. Preparing and plating dishes and contributing to menu design. Qualification & experience Appropriate qualifications such as AQF associate degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma in a related study. A minimum of at least 2 years of formal experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. Prior experience of at least 1 year working in a fast-paced environment. A positive attitude with a strong work ethic and good communication skills. The ability to work well within a team environment and under pressure. Availability to work days, nights, and weekends, and have your own reliable transport. An ability and desire to work morning, late evening, and weekend shifts. About Company Great Western Enterprises is the hospitality heart of Great Western, a small “Wine Village” in the prestegious Grampians Wine Region of Victoria. Spanning three bustling establishments: Great Western Hotel, Seppelt Great Western, and Salingers Cafe, our businesses operate seven days a week, across a range of hours that provide service to visitors during key times. We our businesses are at the heart of the Grampians wine village, offering a unique and exciting culinary experience. We offer competitive compensation and the opportunity to contribute to our success across multiple exciting ventures. Ready to embark on this culinary journey with us? Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience, and let's create something exceptional together across Great Western Enterprises Please apply with resume to Work Type: Full time Salary: $80000-85000 Job Publish: 15-08-2026 Job Expire: 14-09-2026 Apply on: Chef Job here! This job is brought to you by workinitiatives.com.au.