Johnson Property Group is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Chef to join the team at De Costi Seafood, Watagan Park Shopping Centre in Cooranbong.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-known seafood brand within the growing Watagan Park precinct. As Watagan Park continues to expand, so too will our retail and hospitality offering, making this a great time to become part of the team.

Working within the De Costi Seafood store, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality seafood and takeaway meals while helping us deliver a great experience for our customers.

Johnson Property Group is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Chef to join the team at De Costi Seafood, Watagan Park Shopping Centre in Cooranbong.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-known seafood brand within the growing Watagan Park precinct. As Watagan Park continues to expand, so too will our retail and hospitality offering, making this a great time to become part of the team.

Working within the De Costi Seafood store, you'll be responsible for preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality seafood and takeaway meals while helping us deliver a great experience for our customers.

What you will be doing

- Prepare, cook and present a range of fresh seafood and takeaway menu items

- Prepare ingredients and complete mise en place for daily service

- Ensure food is prepared consistently and to a high standard

- Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards

- Monitor food quality, freshness and presentation

- Assist with stock rotation, storage and portion control to minimise waste

- Maintain a clean, organised and efficient kitchen and food preparation area

- Work closely with the retail and wider store team during busy service periods

- Assist with the development of menu items, specials and seasonal offerings





- Provide friendly and efficient service when interacting with customers

- Follow all company procedures and food safety requirements

What we’re looking for

We're looking for someone who enjoys working with fresh food and takes pride in producing consistently high quality meals.

Ideally, you'll bring:

- Previous experience as a Chef, Cook or in a similar commercial food preparation role

- Strong food preparation and cooking skills

- Experience working with seafood would be highly regarded

- A good understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling practices

- The ability to work efficiently in a busy retail and takeaway environment

- Strong attention to detail and a focus on freshness, quality and presentation

- A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a broader team

- Good communication and customer service skills

- Flexibility to work across a range of shifts, including weekends and busy trading periods

What we offer

This is an prospect to join a growing operation within the Watagan Park Shopping Centre and be part of the continued development of the broader Watagan Park precinct.

You’ll work with quality fresh produce in a supportive team environment, with the variety of combining food preparation and cooking with the fast pace of a busy retail seafood store.

As our retail and hospitality operations continue to grow across Watagan Park, there may also be opportunities to develop your skills and take on new opportunities within the wider group.

About us

Johnson Property Group is the property development group behind Watagan Park, a growing community in Cooranbong incorporating residential development, retail, hospitality and community facilities.

Our retail and hospitality businesses are an important part of creating a vibrant local community, and we're continuing to expand our offering as Watagan Park grows.

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📌 Chef De Partie (New South Wales)
🏢 Johnson Property Group
📍 New South Wales