Chef, Cook Donnybrook Hotel South Bowenfels Lithgow, Blue Mountains and Central West NSW Chefs/Cooks (Hospitality and Tourism) Full time 78,000 per year Low application volume Chef / Cook Wanted Location: Donnybrook Hotel Lithgow, NSW Employment Type: Full-Time Sponsorship: 482 or 494 for the right candidate; only applicants currently in Australia will be considered Salary: Competitive, based on experience Start Date: Immediate or by negotiation; must be available for a trial in the next week or two About Us We’re a vibrant and welcoming pub at the heart of our country town to known for great beer, honest food and good company. We have a passion for a home-made, fresh menu delivering all the classic pub favourites along with some extraordinary specials. Our venue is a hub for locals and visitors alike, with regular events, a strong community spirit, and a love for the laid-back lifestyle. The Role You’ll lead or support overall kitchen operations, ordering and stock control and most importantly delivering consistent, delicious food. Responsibilities (Cook) Assist the chef with preparing and cooking menu items according to our restaurant's recipes and specifications Ensure that all dishes are prepared in a timely manner Monitor food stock levels and notify manager when supplies are low Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines Work collaboratively with the kitchen team to ensure that all orders are prepared correctly and on time Responsibilities (Chef) In addition to the above: Planning menus, specials, and estimating food/labour costs Monitoring quality of dishes Discussing food preparation issues with Managers Explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations Selecting and training staff Requirements Proven experience as a restaurant cook/chef Knowledge of cooking techniques and Australian food safety regulations Ability to work well in a team environment Excellent communication skills/proficient in English Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Availability to work weekends and holidays Sound like you? drop in for a chat to we’d love to meet you! Posted: 01-03-2026 Salary: 78,000 per year
