Job Description

As Chef at Garage Ocean Grove, you will plan, organise, and oversee the preparation and cooking of our contemporary Australian café menu. You will bring strong kitchen leadership, creative energy, and a commitment to quality to every service, ensuring our guests enjoy an exceptional dining experience from the first coffee to the last bite., * Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies

- Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency across every plate
- Discussing food preparation issues with managers and kitchen and waiting staff
- Demonstrating cooking techniques and advising on cooking procedures
- Preparing and cooking food across our breakfast, brunch, and lunch menu - including hot dishes, burgers, egg-based dishes, vegetarian and vegan items, and seasonal specials
- Explaining and enforcing food hygiene regulations and workplace health and safety standards
- Selecting and training kitchen staff as required
- Freezing and preserving foods in accordance with food safety requirements

About The Employer

Garage Ocean Grove is a well-loved café and dining destination nestled in the heart of Ocean Grove on Victoria's Bellarine Peninsula. Set in a characterful converted garage space with a relaxed, dog-friendly atmosphere, outdoor seating, and a loyal local following, we serve up quality Australian café cuisine across breakfast, brunch, and lunch, seven days a week. Our menu celebrates fresh,



seasonal ingredients with vegetarian and vegan options, and our kitchen is known for crowd favourites like our signature burgers, hearty breakfast plates, pear porridge, and vibrant brunch fare. As we grow and elevate our kitchen, we are seeking an experienced and driven Chef to lead and inspire our team.

About The Candidate

- AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in Commercial Cookery or Hospitality Management (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
- Proven experience of at least 1 year as a Chef in a café, restaurant, or all-day dining environment
- Strong knowledge of contemporary Australian café cuisine with the ability to cater to vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary requirements
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor kitchen staff in a busy service environment
- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and kitchen compliance (Food Safety Supervisor Certificate preferred)Ability to plan menus and manage food costs effectively
- At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for formal qualifications

Work Environment

- Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience
- A vibrant, community-focused café in one of the Bellarine Peninsula's most popular townships
- Stable full-time hours across a 7-day breakfast and lunch operation
- A relaxed, inclusive, and dog-friendly working environment
- The chance to shape and elevate a beloved local kitchen, National

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