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Head Chef - The Rifle Club Elsternwick

This Elsternwick institution is looking for their next Head Chef. A people person who can continue to add value to the venue like all the leaders who have gone before them. A professional chef with experience in training and development. A passionate leader who lives and breathes for the industry. This is your opportunity to inspire and engage a dedicated brigade of chefs!

The Venue & The People

We are easily accessible by train or tram, located only a one-minute walk from Elsternwick Station. Free street parking is also available. When you get here you will be met by a small but welcoming team. A group of people who are hardworking, generous with their time, knowledge, and interested to hear what you want and how to help you get there.

Our employees are like-minded, authentic, interesting people from different backgrounds. We strongly believe that it is this that contributes to our strong positive culture and customer experience.

The Space

The exotic greenery throughout RC'S indoor space flows to a relaxed outdoor courtyard looking over the local parklands. The redbrick building is bigger than it appears, 300 covers make for a busy, dynamic dining environment. Different spaces for a variety of occasions allows us to cater for a broad customer base of locals and destination dining experiences.

In winter we are cosy and inviting, in summer we open the doors and work in the sunshine. Our days involve engaging with the surrounding community as RIfle Clubs a laid-back social hotspot with a bustling inner-city vibe.

The menu is influenced by a cross section of Australian, European and our amazing natural chargrill allowing your creativity to explore . We are a food led business with a fun and approachable offer!

We change up our week days by offering classics like Steak Nights, Curry nights, weekend Boozy brunches to Sunday Roasts.

We are a Public House welcoming all to come and enjoy the space, food and amazing drinks on offer.

The Position 

We're looking for someone who would get excited working in a fast-paced & vibrant venue. Your hands on culinary expertise will inspire the team when adapted to the business model. Someone with a passion for food and and a positive attitude towards people, a strong leader who inspires the team and wants to help strengthen the brigade through training, development and consistency of quality of food.

 You will require a sound understanding and insight into the operations of the business, including staffing and recruitment, finance, menu development and be able to show your culinary expertise!

Why you should apply:

You will have the opportunity to:

· Develop and manage your kitchen and staff

. Explore and Create seasonal Menu's

. Working within an established and well organized business with direct support from the owners

· Work-life balance with realistic and varied rosters

· Earn bonuses and rewards

· Generous staff discounts

· Join a fun, creative and professional team culture

Employer questions

• How many years' experience do you have as a Head Chef?

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

• Do you have experience as a chef within a fine dining restaurant?

• How many years of recruitment experience do you have?

• Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?

• How many years of people management experience do you have?

• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?