The Role

We have an exciting new opportunity at Spicers Tamarind.

As our Commis Chef, you will be an integral part of delivering our dining experience to our guests, whether it be for a conference, leisure group or for our dining offering.

About The Tamarind Restaurant

Situated next to Gardners Falls in the stunning hinterland region of the Sunshine Coast, Spicers Tamarind Retreat is an Asian influenced refuge, surrounded by natural beauty and healing calm. At Spicers Tamarind Retreat, every effort has been made to create an environment that draws on the natural serenity of its unique setting, combining the tranquillity of the Australian rainforest with a taste of Asia.

Set within the retreat, The Tamarind Restaurant has earned an enviable reputation on the Sunshine Coast for Asian cuisine. Awarded one Chef Hat in the 2020 Good Food Guide, as well as one Chef Hat in the Australian Good Food Guide for both 2020 and 2021, our menu effortlessly combines sweet, sour and spicy flavours with fresh local produce – the perfect meeting of traditional and new.

The role and key duties;

• Assist in leading the kitchen team to provide a quality and profitable dining experience that is in line with the vision of the restaurant.
• Lead by example to ensure the overall guest experience exceeds expectations.
• Deliver all food experiences for the property including: restaurant dining; functions, weddings, events and experiential dining opportunities.
• Work closely with the Head Chef to ensure the overall success of your team and the retreat.

Essential criteria required to be considered; 

• Chef trade qualification (essential);
• Previous experience as a Commis Chef in a high end, fine dining or hatted environment (essential);
• Industry knowledge of food health & safety;
• Ability to understand & deliver on our guests expectations;
• A passion for using fresh and local ingredients;
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills;
• Be able to multitask with a high attention to detail;
• Located close to our restaurant or a willingness to relocate.
• Ability and willingness to commence work on a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays;
• Reliable vehicle to get to and from the retreat;

To apply online, please click on the apply button or email your resume to emma.martin@salterbrothershospitality.com