Chef wanted - Small, high-standards taqueria - Day time only (South Yarra)

Chef wanted - Small, high-standards taqueria - Day time only (South Yarra)

Chef - Pacho Taqueria (Prahran Market) Pacho is a small independent taqueria inside Prahran Market. We do authentic Mexican street food with tight batch systems, clean execution, and a calm kitchen culture. We're hiring a professional chef who's mature, switched on, and proud of consistency.

Chef – Pacho Taqueria (Prahran Market)

Pacho is a small independent taqueria inside Prahran Market. We do authentic Mexican street food with tight batch systems, clean execution, and a calm kitchen culture.

We’re hiring a professional chef who’s mature, switched on, and proud of consistency.

The role (hands-on, real ownership)

You’ll run prep and service in a compact kitchen with clear systems.

You will:

- Lead daily mise en place and service (meats, salsas, rice/beans, guac, tortillas, garnishes)

- Execute batch recipes with portion + flavour consistency as the non-negotiable

- Keep the kitchen organised, clean, and food-safe (always)

- Use prep lists, par sheets, labelling, stock rotation — and improve them

- Communicate directly with the owner + FOH to keep service smooth and calm

- Help train and lift the rest of the kitchen team

Shifts: Mostly daytime / early evenings due to market trading, plus weekends and key service days.

What we’re looking for





You’re the kind of chef who:

- Has solid experience in busy kitchens (CDP / Sous level ideal)

- Works clean, rapid, and calm — no ego, no drama

- Cares about prep discipline and systems (not vibes)

- Communicates clearly and respects teammates

- Loves simple food done seriously well

- Is curious about Mexican food (experience is a bonus, not required)

If your mentality is: “I own the standard every day” — you’ll fit.

What’s on offer

- $70,000–$74,000 + super (based on experience)

- Staff meal on shift

- Small team where your work is seen and your voice matters

- Input into menu and kitchen standards as we grow

- A kitchen culture built on clarity, respect, and consistency

How we hire (fast + fair)

- Quick phone chat

- In-person meet

- Paid stage (short, structured, scorecard-based)

How to apply

Apply via Scount with:

- Your CV (or short summary of experience)

- A 2–4 line answer to:

“What does a perfect service look like — and what do you do personally to create it?”

We’re hiring for attitude + standards first, skills second. If you’re proud of your craft and want a tight kitchen, we’d like to meet you.

📌 Chef wanted - Small, high-standards taqueria - Day time only (South Yarra)
🏢 Pacho Taqueria
📍 South Yarra