Cottesloe House is a boutique hotel that never opens its kitchen to the public — every dish you cook is for an in-house guest, using the best seasonal produce Western Australia has to offer. If you want genuine autonomy, real work-life balance, and hands-on support instead of a boss looking over your shoulder, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As Sole Chef, you will run the Cottesloe House kitchen independently on every shift — from menu execution and food safety through to stock and supplier management. You'll report to our Guest Experience Manager (Food), an experienced Head Chef who sets the direction for the menu and is always available to step in and help when things get busy. This is sole-charge cooking with real backup, not sole-charge cooking alone.

What You Will Do

• Run the kitchen independently on every rostered shift, from setup through to close.

• Execute a tightly curated, seasonal menu built around premium Western Australian produce.

• Personalise dishes for individual in-house guests — dietary needs, preferences, and special occasions.

• Manage stock, ordering, and supplier relationships.

• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and Work Health and Safety compliance.

• Train and support kitchen staff when rostered together.





What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 5 year’s post-apprenticeship experience in high-quality hospitality venues.

• Trade qualification (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).

• Confidence running a kitchen solo, without needing constant oversight.

• Adaptable and calm under pressure — comfortable adjusting pace to fluctuating occupancy.

• Honest, reliable, and cooperative, with zero ego or temper.

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

• Full, unrestricted Australian working rights — we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

What's On Offer

• Genuine work-life balance — around 90% of shifts run 10:00am–6:00pm or 12:00pm–8:00pm, with no late nights.

• Most likely rostered Tuesday to Saturday.

• Hands-on support from an experienced Head Chef, especially during peak periods.

• The chance to cook with premium, seasonal Western Australian produce for a boutique, in-house-only clientele.

• Real autonomy in your own kitchen.

How to Apply

Click Apply Now and send us your resume along with a brief cover letter confirming your working rights in Australia.

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