Chef

- Part-time (80%), continuing (permanent) role
- Flexible, inclusive work environment with generous above award salary
- Enjoy job stability and security in a vibrant campus setting

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

Southern Cross University’s Campus Services team is seeking a Chef to support the university café’s culinary operations. This role will involve:

• Planning and pricing menu items in collaboration with the team.
• Preparing meals, maintaining high presentation standards, and ensuring cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Creating recipes and overseeing kitchen staff on food preparation standards.
• Overseeing kitchen operations, including hygiene and food safety compliance.
• Managing inventory, including ordering and securing food stock, and controlling waste.
• Ensuring staff adhere to all food safety and WHS standards.
• Coordinating kitchen operations in the absence of the head chef and supporting team supervision.

To succeed in this role, you will be a dedicated and organized culinary professional who is passionate about food quality, safety, and team collaboration. Specifically, you will have:

• A Food Handlers Certificate and a Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (when applicable)
• Proven ability to manage kitchen operations and maintain a high level of hygiene.
• Excellent organizational skills, with a proactive approach to solving problems and adapting to kitchen needs.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to fostering a positive team environment.

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

• Part-time (80%), continuing (permanent)
• Located at Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450.
• The base salary will be in accordance with the Hospitality Industry (General) Award Grade 4, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].  

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Name: Mrs Leah Fitzgerald, Manager, Campus Services

Phone: 0266593227

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEDT, 15 December 2024

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who are LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

Use the position description link below to access further information about the selection criteria for this role. You will need to submit complete responses to the selection criteria with your application, including providing examples where relevant. Please prepare these and submit each response when prompted in your online application submission.