About us

Groundstone is a busy and welcoming café in Orange, NSW, known for quality food, friendly service and a strong connection with our local community. From daily café service to catering and private functions, our team is passionate about creating consistently great food in a positive and supportive environment.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Chef or Cook to join our kitchen team on a full-time or part-time basis. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who works well in a fast-paced kitchen, takes pride in the quality and presentation of their food, and enjoys being part of a collaborative team.

The role primarily offers daytime hours, with weekend work and occasional evening functions required.

What you’ll be doing

- Preparing and cooking dishes to established recipes and presentation standards
- Completing daily food preparation and setting up your section for service
- Managing preparation and cooking times during busy periods
- Maintaining consistency, quality and attention to detail
- Following food safety, hygiene and cleaning procedures
- Monitoring stock levels and communicating ordering requirements
- Assisting with menu development, specials and catering preparation
- Supporting and mentoring junior kitchen team members when required
- Working closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service
- Maintaining a clean, safe and well-organised kitchen

What we’re looking for





- Previous experience as a Chef or Cook in a professional kitchen
- Strong food preparation and cooking skills
- The ability to work calmly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- A good understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements
- Robust organisation and time-management skills
- Reliability, initiative and a positive attitude
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Pride in producing consistent, well-presented food
- Availability across weekdays and weekends
- Relevant cookery qualifications are desirable but not essential for applicants with suitable experience

Applicants must have valid Australian working rights. Unfortunately, employer sponsorship is not available for this position.

What we offer

- Full-time or part-time employment options for the right applicant
- Competitive remuneration based on experience
- Predominantly daytime hours
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities to contribute to menus, specials, catering and functions
- A varied, hands-on role
- A safe, respectful and inclusive workplace

Apply now

If you are an experienced Chef or Cook who is reliable, passionate about quality food and looking to join a welcoming local team, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your current résumé and a brief introduction outlining your experience and availability.

📌 Experienced Chef or Cook (Orange)
🏢 Groundstone
📍 Orange