Casual Chefs | St Leonards

Casual Chefs | Multi Site Venue

Gema Group, Australia’s premier event and catering company, has an exciting and rare opportunity to step into their team in St Leonard's. With over 40 years’ experience in the food and beverage industry, Gema Group understands integrity and commitment to our clients, but most of all, the promise to provide quality time and time again.

At Gema Group, our people and culture set us apart. We’re a tight-knit team of passionate, like-minded professionals who don’t just work in events, we live and breathe them. With a stellar reputation across the industry, we take pride in delivering unforgettable experiences in major cities and regional hubs nationwide. 

We’re looking for casual chefs to join our Royal North Shore Hospital BOH team.

Royal North Shore Hospital is one of Sydney’s leading teaching hospitals, caring for the community of Sydney’s north and beyond. Our outlets keep the hospital running, serving fresh, quality food to staff, patients and visitors every day.

About the Role
You’ll work alongside experienced chefs preparing fresh, quality food for our grab-and-go and quick service offerings in a busy, fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes, including grab-and-go and made-to-order items, to a high standard of quality and presentation

• Working to food safety and hygiene regulations at all times

• Collaborating with the front-of-house team to keep workflow efficient and service on time during peak periods

• Excellent communication skills

• Assisting with stock rotation, inventory management and ingredient ordering as required

• Keeping your work environment clean and organised including cool rooms

• Contributing to a positive team culture and great customer experience

What You Bring

• 1–2 years’ minimum experience as a chef or cook, ideally in a fast-paced quick service, café or hospitality environment

• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and flavour combinations

• Sharp time management and the ability to multitask in a busy kitchen

• A commitment to high standards of food safety and hygiene

• A minimum Commercial Cookery Certificate III

• A current Food Safety Certificate (required at commencement)

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (desirable, not essential)

• A team-first attitude and the ability to perform under pressure

• Willingness to meet hospital site requirements, which may include vaccination compliance and background checks

• Flexibility across a 7 day a week operational roster.

Why Gema?

• Work with a company known for its commitment to excellence and where culture and people are considered priority.

If you are genuinely passionate and love the thrill of delivering great food with Australia’s best catering team, then please contact us today!