CHEF – FULL-TIME

Elpiet Projects Pty Ltd T/A Vaporetto Bar & Eatery is seeking a qualified and experienced Full-Time Chef to join our team.

Salary: $80,000 – $85,000 per annum

Location: Hawthorn, VIC 3122

Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook food in accordance with the restaurant's menu and recipes.
- Ensure all food preparation, handling, storage, and presentation comply with relevant food safety and hygiene standards.
- Oversee food plating and garnishing to maintain consistency and high-quality presentation.
- Prepare meals to meet special dietary requirements and customer needs.
- Create and test current recipes, experimenting with flavours and cooking techniques to support menu innovation.
- Monitor and regulate the temperature of stoves, ovens, grills, and other cooking equipment to ensure food is cooked correctly.
- Inspect food quality and ensure ingredients are stored and handled in accordance with food health and safety regulations.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment in compliance with workplace health and safety requirements.
- Assist with menu planning and estimating food and ingredient requirements.




- Monitor food quality and assist in maintaining appropriate stock levels and minimising food wastage.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen staff to ensure efficient kitchen operations and timely service.

Skills and Qualifications

- AQF Associate Degree, Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma, or equivalent qualification in Commercial Cookery or Hospitality.
- Previous professional experience working as a Chef.
- Strong knowledge of cooking methods, food preparation techniques, and kitchen operations.
- Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety requirements.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy hospitality environment.
- Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills.
- Ability and willingness to work full time.

How to Apply

Please submit your current resume and relevant supporting documents with your application.

Three current referees will be required.

Please email your application to ********************* with the subject line “Chef Application.”

📌 Full-time Chef (Hawthorn)
🏢 ElPiet ProjectsT/A Vaporetto Bar and Eatery
📍 Hawthorn