Job description templates

A job description is one of the most important pieces of documentation an employer must have. It will spell out duties and responsibilities of the job and once a job description is prepared, it will serve as the basis for interviewing candidates, orienting a new employee and finally in the evaluation of job performance.

The job description templates handbook provides over 20 different generic templates for hospitality roles in both kitchen and front of house, which can be customised to reflect the specific tasks and responsibilities of the roles in your operation.

Key attributes and typical responsibilities associated with each role have been identified, along with the experience and competencies that could be associated with the various positions.

The handbook includes job descriptions for the following positions :

• Executive Chef / Head Chef
• Sous Chef
• Chef de Partie
• Pastry Chef de Partie
• Breakfast Chef
• Commis Chef
• Student / Apprentice
• Steward / Kitchen Assistant
• Food & Beverage Manager / Restaurant Manager
• Functions Co-ordinator
• Maitre D
• Food & Beverage Waiter
• Wine Waiter
• Bar Manager
• Bar staff
• Cafe Manager
• Cafe Assistant
• Barista
• Receiving/Storeroom Duties
• Cashier
• Cook Cafeteria Aged Care Facility
• Food-to-go Manager
• Food-to-go Assistant
• Catering (Functions) Manager
• Marketing / Social Media Manager