Lord Street Social is looking for an experienced Cook or Chef to join our kitchen team.
We’re looking for someone who knows their way around a busy café kitchen, can hold their own during a busy service and doesn’t need their hand held. You need to be confident, organised, reliable and capable of keeping up when the kitchen gets smashed.
THE ROLE
You’ll be responsible for
Breakfast and lunch service
Preparing and presenting cabinet food
Preparing catering orders
Daily food prep and maintaining stock levels
Consistent portioning, presentation and food quality
Keeping your section clean, organised and ready for service
Working efficiently under pressure during busy periods
Following food safety and hygiene requirements
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Previous commercial kitchen experience is essential.
You need to be someone who:
Has solid experience as a Cook or Chef, ideally in a busy café
Can confidently hold their own during a busy breakfast or lunch service
Can work independently without needing constant direction
Is quick, organised and calm under pressure
Understands prep, timing and kitchen organisation
Takes pride in presentation and consistency
Is reliable and turns up ready to work
Works well as part of a small team
Has experience with café food, cabinet food and catering
This is not an entry-level position. We need someone who can come into the kitchen with experience and hit the ground running.
HOURS & AVAILABILITY
30–35 hours per week – Casual
Wednesday to Sunday availability is essential and non-negotiable.
Please only apply if you are available to work Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday AND Sunday.
PAY
Casual position paid under the Hospitality Industry (General) Award, including applicable casual loading and penalty rates.
SIGNIFICANT
No sponsorship is available for this position. Applicants must already have unrestricted working rights suitable for the role in Australia.
Location: Lord Street Social, Highgate WA
Employment: Casual
Hours: Approximately 30–35 hours per week
Required days: Wednesday–Sunday
Meet me at the Social.
Pay: $57,576.34 – $86,732.64 per year
Perks
Employee discount
Free drinks
Free food
Work Location: In person
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