ABOUT US

Eureka 89 is the stunning events and dining space on the top floor of Eureka Tower in Melbourne. We host a wide variety of events - corporate lunches, dinners or cocktail parties, media launches, private milestone celebrations and weddings. We also operate a chef’s tasting dining room, open to the public throughout the week.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Certificate in Commercial Cookery (preferred)
• Provide First Aid & CPR (preferred)
• Food Handling Safety Certificate (essential, or willing to obtain upon commencement)
• Knowledge of industry best practices

We are seeking a motivated, passionate and experienced Chef to join our team at Eureka 89. This is a full-time position. In this hands-on role, you will prepare and cook all dishes for our six and eight-course Chef’s Tasting menu and event canapés. You will also maintain the highest standards of food quality and hygiene and develop expertise in your assigned specialty.

Your duties will include:

• Culinary Expertise and Presentation: Develop expertise in assigned menu specialty, efficiently preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes while contributing to recipe development and menu planning.
• Food Safety and Stock Management: Ensure food is stored correctly with good stock rotation, maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety, and monitor stock levels to assist with ordering supplies and minimise waste.
• Training and Team Collaboration: Manage and train Junior/Commis Chefs, sharing knowledge to enhance team performance and collaborate with Executive and Head Chef for smooth kitchen operations.
• Adaptability and Time Management: Manage time effectively, work quickly under pressure, and remain open to taking on new tasks or adapting to different roles to support overall kitchen functionality.

This is a hands-on position requiring attention to detail and a positive work attitude. You may be required to work any of the seven days of the calendar week, including weekends and gazetted public holidays. A standard working day can consist of up to 12 working hours, within the hours of 07:00hrs and 00:00hrs.
If you have strong culinary skills, excellent communication abilities, and a positive attitude, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team.