About Us

The Somers General is located on the picturesque western side of the Mornington Peninsula. First opened in 1927 as the Boulevard Café & Post Office store, the heart of this lovely building has always been to serve it’s community. Today, the venue is once more a café and general store all in one, focusing on local produce and products.

We are open seven days a week, our kitchen hours are 8-3pm.

We are still the local hub for our loyal customer base of people ranging from young families all the way to retirees and holidaymakers.

Why Join Us?
Collaborate and contribute your creative ideas within a supportive team
Opportunity to make a name for yourself
Great work-life balance with flexible conditions
We aim to keep hours under 40/week
Working with seasoned hospitality professionals
Enjoy working in a beautiful beachside town

About the Role

We have a fantastic chance available for an experienced Head Chef to join our team, working in a well-equipped and spacious kitchen.

Our kitchen has multiple prep areas, large dish area and a walk-in fridge.

The menu focuses on comfort food and classics done well with a local, creative flair.

Your daily duties would include but not be limited to:




Create and implement menus with a focus on local, seasonal produce
Responsible for the costings of menu dishes
Managing quality control and ensuring consistent high standards of product and dishes
Ensuring smooth, efficient service through all service periods
Chance to manage events and functions
Maintaining food safety logs
Working with the FOH team on menu knowledge
Responsible for a respectful, calm, inclusive and secure work environment
Management of all training and development of the kitchen team
Managing staff rosters and wages

About You
Trade qualification and/or relevant commercial experience
Must have previous cafe experience
A genuine passion for food
High level of hygiene standards and personal presentation
A calm, positive work attitude
Experience with menu planning

How to Apply

If you feel that this is the opportunity for you - and who wouldn't - please apply via SEEK attaching a brief cover letter with your up-to-date resume detailing your suitability for the position.

We look forward to hearing from you!

📌 Head Chef Somers
🏢 The Somers General
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