Restaurant Chef jobs in Mornington Peninsula VIC

YOMG Mornington is now seeking a Full Time Prep Chef!

To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or a higher relevant qualification.
• Availability to work at least 38 hours per week.
• Experience in commercial kitchen operations, food preparation and production.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a kitchen environment.
• Strong inventory-management, stock-control and organisational skills.
• A sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements.
• The ability to lead and work effectively within a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A trustworthy and dependable approach, supported by strong references.
• A willingness to learn, develop and uphold YOMG’s standards.
• A genuine passion for hospitality, quality food and customer service.

About the role

Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm — no evening shifts!

As Prep Chef, you will oversee the venue’s food preparation, production and inventory operations. You will lead the Prep Team, maintain YOMG’s quality and food-safety standards, and ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for each service period.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the venue’s daily food preparation and production requirements.
• Prepare and oversee ingredients, sauces and menu items in accordance with YOMG recipes, specifications and production schedules.
• Lead, supervise, coach and develop Prep Team Members.
• Allocate preparation tasks and assist with labour planning to ensure operational readiness.
• Ensure compliance with food-safety, hygiene, workplace health and safety, and company policies.
• Manage stock ordering, inventory levels, deliveries, storage and FIFO stock rotation.
• Conduct stocktakes, monitor variances and implement controls to minimise waste and manage food costs.
• Monitor product quality, freshness, shelf life and portion control.
• Maintain prep areas, cool rooms, freezers, storage spaces and equipment to YOMG standards.
• Complete production records, temperature logs, food-safety documentation, inventory reports and other operational records.
• Liaise with Multi-Site Managers, State Managers and Head Office regarding production planning, inventory needs and operational improvements.
• Support new-product launches, recipe implementation and team training.
• Investigate delivery issues, stock discrepancies and inventory variances.
• Maintain adequate stock levels while minimising waste and controlling costs.

What’s in it for you?

• A consistent daytime roster: Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00am — 5:00pm.
• No evening shifts.
• Free meals while working.
• Genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive, energetic and people-focused workplace.

You will report to YOMG’s Multi-Site and State Managers.

If you are ready for a lifestyle-friendly leadership role and are excited by this opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $1,250.00 – $1,450.00 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person