Head Chef
- NRMA Parks and Resorts
- Kitchen
- Biggera Waters
- Full-time
With properties in some of Australia’s most iconic locations, NRMA Parks & Resorts provide accommodation that suits every budget and style – from campsites to luxury resorts. We connect holidaymakers with over 50 incredible natural destinations that offer more than a change of scenery.
Owned by the NRMA Group, we have a large team across our holiday parks, resorts and support office who love what they do, all working together to make holiday magic. Because creating unforgettable holidays is not just our job – it’s in our nature.
Find out why our guests continually vote Treasure Island in the top 25 family hotels in Australia. NRMA Treasure Island Holiday Resort is an award-winning Holiday Resort centrally located on the Gold Coast. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and ensuring our guests have the best memorable holiday experience!
You will have a flair and passion for modern Australian dining, impeccable presentation and leadership qualities to motivate and direct a small team. Our very own Galleons Bistro, is fully licensed and located onsite, for resort guests and open for, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
What you will do:
You will work closely with our Resort Manager and Food and Beverage Manager to ensure our guests receive, good, honest, food - the opportunities are endless!
- Lead a kitchen team with clarity, direction, enthusiasm and a hands on approach
- Ensure all aspects of food preparation, cooking and presenting of dishes according to company guidelines and customer preferences
- Effective management of the department roster
- Effective management of waste, portion sizing and menu preference offerings
- Ordering of food products to ensuring consistent menu availability.
- Cost analysis and menu planning to ensure the resort food cost & KPI's are achieved
- Look to source local and cook fresh
- Liaise with food service and restaurant management regarding customers order and general service of kitchen operations
- Maintain a safe and hygienic working environment, to include proper storage of food, equipment, utensils and implements
- Ensure, daily temperature checks of fridges, freezers, storage areas, deliveries and recording assessment where necessary
What you will bring:
- A formal qualification in commercial cookery would be an advantage
- Previous experience in a Lead or Head position in a restaurant, club kitchen, resort or bistro.
- Leadership experience in supervising other cooks and kitchen employees
- A working understanding of 'Food Safety' principles and workplace health and safety
- Experience in ordering and stock control
- Effective verbal communication skills
- Willing to be part of a greater team and jump in to assist the team and lead from the front
What’s in it for you?
At Parks & Resorts we are not just about discounts (although you do get these too). We know everyone leads a life of their own and regardless of what stage you are at we have something to suit!
- Progressive flexibility, leave and well-being benefits to balance all of life's priorities
- Travel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation at our award-winning NRMA Holiday Parks and Resorts.
- Complimentary myNRMA membership including free Roadside Assistance & discounts on groceries, movie tickets, gift cards, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much more
- “ME” day – one extra day of paid leave per year, called a ME Day, to use at any time during the calendar year
- Market leading 18 weeks paid primary and 4 weeks paid secondary parental leave entitlements
- Discounts on all NRMA insurance products including car, home & travel
- Grow or progress your career and move around the country or across the NRMA Group's business with us.
Know you belong:
At NRMA Parks & Resorts we celebrate and welcome difference and work together to create an inclusive workplace where our people feel respected, heard, valued and connected no matter what background or experience. We welcome people from all walks of life and embrace unique perspectives.
Are you nodding your head as you read this? Ready to roll up your sleeves and really make a difference?
Apply now, we cannot wait to hear from you!
As part of our recruitment process, all employees at NRMA Parks and Resorts are subject to mandatory pre-employment checks.
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