Cooks and Chefs [Sumaa Pty Ltd trading as The Nelson Way Cafe Restaurant & Bar and Café Zaza] (Nelson Bay)

Cooks and Chefs [Sumaa Pty Ltd trading as The Nelson Way Cafe Restaurant & Bar and Café Zaza] (Nelson Bay)

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Cooks and Chefs (Sumaa Pty Ltd trading as The Nelson Way Cafe Restaurant & Bar and Café Zaza)

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Situated in Nelson Bay, NSW 2315, our client Sumaa Pty Ltd trading as The Nelson Way Cafe Restaurant & Bar and Café Zaza, is expanding its culinary workforce and is now recruiting full-time Chefs and Cooks to support its next stage of operational growth.

As a venue recognised for quality food, consistent service, and a loyal customer base, both venues require culinary professionals who can execute with precision, uphold production standards, and contribute to a high-performing kitchen environment. Roles offer a salary range of AUD 70K to 80K per annum plus superannuation, with remuneration negotiable for candidates who demonstrate strong technical capability and a commitment to service excellence.

- Oversee daily kitchen operations, including staff delegation, stock rotation, and maintaining accurate records.
- Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, regularly or for special functions and events.
- Manage production schedules and staff requirements to ensure timely service delivery.
- Estimate food supply needs, calculate costs for ingredients, and manage orders accordingly.
- Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure adherence to established quality standards.
- Analyze recipes and advise prices for menu items based on food, labour, and overhead costs.
- Work closely with team members to execute established recipes and menus with consistency and precision, ensuring alignment with seasonal availability and anticipated customer volume.




- Demonstrate new cooking techniques and introduce equipment to staff for continual culinary improvement.
- Oversee workstation readiness by ensuring mise en place is complete, equipment is functional, and kitchen operations are primed for service efficiency and food quality standards.
- Prepare and cook dishes in strict compliance with food safety and health regulations, ensuring the highest quality and hygiene standards are maintained.
- Assist in onboarding, training, and supervising new team members, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative, efficient work environment.
- Monitor and enforce sanitation practices to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including Occupational Health and Safety (WHS) and HACCP.

To be considered for this role, you should:

- Be willing to relocate if you are interstate or in other cities.
- Preferably have Certificates III & IV in Commercial Cookery.
- Be available on both days at weekends and be able to work split shifts.
- Have at least 3 years of work experience as a Cook/Chef.
- Have the ability to work in a team.
- Have exceptional communication skills.

What you’ll get in return:

- Opportunities for Career Progression.

Part of a Historic, Community-Focused Venue.

Excellent work environment.

We are a diverse, compassionate and dedicated team, offering a rewarding career. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Candidates must hold Australian or NZ Citizenship or the capacity to work in Australia permanently. A temporary visa holder may only be employed if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.

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