What You'll Be Doing

As a Soul Brew Chef, you'll be responsible for delivering consistently excellent food while contributing positively to the performance and culture of the kitchen.

You will

- Prepare and cook high-quality café and breakfast dishes with consistency and attention to detail.
- Deliver simple, bold, flavour-driven food to Soul Brew's presentation and quality standards.
- Work confidently during busy breakfast and lunch service.
- Maintain consistency in portioning, presentation, flavour and execution.
- Work closely with the owners and wider kitchen team.
- Contribute ideas for seasonal dishes, specials and menu development.
- Help identify opportunities to improve kitchen systems and efficiency.
- Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and cleaning standards.
- Monitor stock and help maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Minimise food waste through good preparation, storage and portion control.
- Support and mentor developing kitchen team members.
- Take ownership rather than waiting for someone else to solve problems.
- Contribute to a respectful, organised and positive kitchen environment.

What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who combines strong cooking ability with reliability,



organisation and a team-first attitude.

You will ideally have

- Minimum 2 years' professional chef experience.
- Strong experience in café, breakfast or daytime restaurant kitchens.
- Confidence working in a high-volume service environment.
- Strong understanding of flavour, seasoning and balance.
- High standards of food presentation and consistency.
- A genuine appreciation for quality produce and ingredients.
- Robust preparation and organisational skills.
- Excellent food safety and hygiene practices.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities during busy service.
- Strong communication skills and a respectful approach to teamwork.
- A willingness to receive feedback and continue developing.
- An interest in contributing ideas rather than simply following recipes.

Experience with bread, baking or pastry is highly regarded but not essential. Pay: $33.05 – $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24.0 – 38.0 per week

Benefits

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food

Experience:
- Cooking: 2 years (Required)

Language:
- English (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Breakfast Cook (Newtown)
🏢 Soul Brew Cafe
📍 Newtown