Job Description

Townsville, Queensland 4810, Australia A$60,000 - A$70,000

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Casual Temporary Entry Level

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Posted 03 Aug 2026

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Description

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Position: Full-Time Breakfast ChefLocation: The Spirited Goat – Otto's Market PrecinctEmployment Type: Full-TimeStart Date: Immediate / ASAPHours: Approximately 35-38 hours per weekRoster: Variable roster, including weekdays, weekends and public holidays if required

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About The Role

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The Spirited Goat is seeking an experienced and motivated Breakfast Chef to join our busy kitchen team at Otto's Market Precinct.

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This is a hands‐on position suited to a confident chef who enjoys working in a fast‐paced, high‐volume breakfast environment and can consistently deliver quality food while maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness and kitchen organisation.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Prepare and cook breakfast and brunch menu items to a consistently high standard.
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- Efficiently manage breakfast service during busy and high‐volume periods.
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- Complete all required preparation and mise en place prior to service.
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- Ensure food is prepared, cooked and presented in accordance with established menu and venue standards.
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- Follow recipes, cooking procedures and presentation requirements consistently.
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- Maintain appropriate portion control and minimise food waste.
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- Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency and presentation.
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- Ensure all food is stored, labelled, handled and prepared in accordance with food safety requirements.
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- Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen throughout preparation and service.
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- Monitor stock levels and communicate stock and preparation requirements to management.
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- Assist with stock rotation and general kitchen organisation.
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- Work collaboratively with other kitchen team members and front‐of‐house staff.
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- Assist with general kitchen duties, cleaning and close‐down procedures as required.
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- Comply with all workplace health and safety, food safety and operational requirements.
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- Contribute to a positive, professional and respectful kitchen environment.
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About You

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The successful candidate will have:

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- Previous experience as a chef, preferably within a busy breakfast, brunch, café or high‐volume kitchen environment.
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- Strong breakfast cooking and preparation skills.
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- The ability to confidently manage high‐volume service.
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- The ability to work efficiently and independently while also contributing effectively to a small team.
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- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
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- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to food quality.
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- A sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
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- The ability to remain calm, organised and professional under pressure.
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- A reliable and punctual approach to work.
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- A positive attitude and strong work ethic.
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- The ability to follow established recipes, procedures and standards.
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- Flexibility and availability to work weekends and varying shifts.
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Shift Requirements

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The role primarily involves early morning and daytime breakfast shifts, including weekends.

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The successful applicant must be available to work a variable roster, including weekends and public holidays when required.

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What We Offer

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- For the right candidate, Full‐time employment of approximately 38 hours per week.
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- A position within an established and busy café environment.
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- A supportive and professional kitchen team.
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- A fast‐paced and varied working setting.
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- Immediate start available for the right candidate.
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- The opportunity to take an important role within the kitchen team and contribute to the ongoing success of The Spirited Goat.
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📌 Spirited Goat - Kitchen team member / Chef (Townsville)
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📍 Townsville