About Us Da Noi Restaurant is an authentic Italian establishment located in the heart of South Yarra.
We pride ourselves on bringing the rich flavours, aromas, and textures of Italy's finest cuisine to our local community.
Specialising in Fine dining and creating fresh handmade pasta and are committed to providing food based on seasonal and local produce, we offer a professional and dynamic work environment for culinary professionals who are passionate about Italian tradition.
The Role We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Chef/Sous Chef to lead our kitchen team.
You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of food quality and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Operations: Supervise daily kitchen operations and ensure all food is prepared according to established recipes and requirements.
- Quality Control: Ensure all meals are produced on time, in sufficient quantities, and meet our high standards of presentation and taste.
- Inventory Management: Maintain stock levels of all kitchen supplies and manage ordering/waste.
- Leadership: Oversee and supervise all kitchen staff, ensuring they are aware of their duties and expectations.
- Training: Mentor and teach new staff the skills required to perform their roles to the required standard.
- Delegation:



Effectively delegate duties to the team based on menu requirements and service flow.
- Compliance: Monitor work to ensure all health, safety, and food hygiene tasks are completed as required.
Skills and Experience To be successful in this role, you will need: - Qualifications: A relevant AQF Diploma plus 2 years of work experience in a similar role, OR at least 3 years of relevant experience in the same occupation.
- Cuisine Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of Italian cuisine [optional: specifically the art of making fresh pasta].
- Leadership: Proven ability to manage, motivate, and lead a diverse kitchen team.
- Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attributes: You must be punctual, organized, trustworthy, and maintain a professional appearance.
- Problem Solving: The ability to take initiative, make quick decisions, and solve problems under pressure.
- Attention to Detail: A high level of precision regarding food quality and kitchen cleanliness.
Why Join Us?
- Work in a skilled and supportive environment.
- Opportunities for career growth and skill development.
- Competitive salary package.
How to Apply If you are a passionate chef with a love for Italian cuisine, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to: ******

📌 Chef (Melbourne)
🏢 Da Noi
📍 Melbourne