La Petite – Floreat, Perth WA La Petite is looking for an experienced and motivated Chef / Kitchen Supervisor to join our team in Floreat.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on chef who enjoys both cooking and leading a kitchen team, while having the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of our food offering.

THE ROLE

You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, cleanliness and service.

Your responsibilities will include

- Preparing and cooking food to a consistently high standard
- Managing daily kitchen operations and service
- Supervising, training and supporting kitchen staff
- Organising kitchen prep, section allocation and daily workflow
- Maintaining food quality, portion control and presentation standards
- Monitoring food costs, wastage and stock levels
- Ordering and receiving food supplies as required
- Ensuring food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures are maintained
- Managing kitchen opening and closing procedures
- Working closely with the front-of-house team to ensure smooth service
- Managing busy service periods and resolving kitchen issues quickly
- Maintaining a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment
- Assisting with staff rostering and kitchen labour management
- Developing new dishes, specials and seasonal menu items
- Reviewing and improving existing menu items
- Testing and costing new recipes to maintain quality and profitability




- Working with management on menu planning and the ongoing development of La Petite’s food offering

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for someone who:

- Has proven experience as a Chef or Senior Chef
- Has strong knowledge of kitchen operations
- Is confident leading and supervising a small kitchen team
- Has excellent food preparation and cooking skills
- Takes pride in food quality and presentation
- Understands food costing, stock control and wastage
- Has a creative approach to menu development
- Can work calmly and efficiently in a busy environment
- Has strong communication and leadership skills
- Is reliable, organised and takes ownership of their role
- Holds a relevant food safety qualification, or is willing to obtain one

WHAT WE OFFER
- Full-time position
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Chance to have genuine input into the menu and food direction
- Supportive management team
- Opportunity to develop and grow with the business
- A hands-on leadership role rather than simply a cooking position

If you are a passionate Chef looking for an opportunity to take ownership of a kitchen and help shape the food offering at La Petite, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a brief introduction about yourself and your experience.

Pay: $34.00 – $70.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30.0 per week

Benefits

- Employee discount
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Free drinks
- Free food
- Referral program
- Visa sponsorship

Work Location: In person

📌 CHEF / KITCHEN SUPERVISOR (Floreat)
🏢 La Petite
📍 Floreat