Be a part of sharing special places and shaping lasting memories with Australia's leading experiential tourism business.About UsEureka 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.About Journey BeyondAustralia's leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 14 brands spanning the country, connecting guests to the land, and to each other. Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond's impressive tourism brands include iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern and The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxe lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; and our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89.Joining the Journey Beyond family, you will play an integral role in supporting our business as we continue to share special places and shape lasting memories for our guests.About the RoleWe are seeking a motivated, passionate and experienced Pastry Chef to join our team at Eureka 89. This is a full-time position with an immediate start due to business growth. In this hands-on role, you will prepare and bake a variety of desserts and sweet goods for our six and eight-course Chef's Tasting menu, plus 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:Food Production Management: Overseeing the preparation and execution of cheese and pastry courses, ensuring that all dishes meet high restaurant standards, and managing food production to maximise quality and efficiency.Hygiene and Safety Compliance: Maintaining the highest levels of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen, ensuring all food safety regulations are adhered to, particularly regarding allergens and dietary requirements.Inventory Control and Ordering: Managing stock levels, conducting regular stock rotations, and ordering ingredients in line with monthly budgets, while reporting any shortages and wastage to the Executive Chef/Head Chef.Mentoring and Team Support: Monitoring and training junior kitchen staff members, providing creative input on new menus, and assisting the Head and Executive Chefs in planning and preparing desserts that cater to various dietary needs.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.QualificationsCertificate in Commercial Cookery / Pastry (preferred)Provide First Aid & CPR (preferred)Food Handling Safety Certificate (essential, or willing to obtain upon commencement)Knowledge of industry best practicesAbout You2+ years' experience in a similar Pastry Chef roleDemonstrated experience producing high-quality food unsupervised, with knowledge of all sectionsCan ensure a kitchen meets all compliance and regulations, including hygiene and food safety guidelinesAppropriate knowledge of ingredients, cooking methods and best practicesAbility to show initiative to take on more responsibilityAbility to control food production to maximise quality and efficiencyMonitor and train junior kitchen team, while supporting the Kitchen ManagementGood leadership skills, with a positive "can-do" attitudeDemonstrate excellent verbal communication skills, with high fluency in EnglishEntitlement to work in AustraliaA pre-employment medical and National Police Check may be required as part of this recruitment process.Are you ready to join us? Your journey begins here!To apply, please submit your resume, along with a Cover Letter telling us a little bit about you. If you have any questions about the position, please call James Watts – HR Advisor on 0456 223 830.Applications will be reviewed and progressed as they are received, so don't wait, apply now!As a Journey Beyond employee, you'll enjoy:Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiencesA career with opportunities for progression, transfers, and secondmentsAn attractive salary with an annual performance / salary reviewStudy Assistance PolicyEmployee Referral PolicyParental Leave ProgramPurchased Leave PolicyPrivate Health discountsEmployee Assistance ProgramDiscounts on Journey Beyond merchandise
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