The Somers General is located on the picturesque western sideof 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 areopen seven days a week, our kitchen hours are 8-3pm.

We arestill the local hub for ourloyal 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 opportunity available for an experienced Head Chef to join our team,working ina well-equipped and spacious kitchen.

Ourkitchen hasmultiple prep areas, large dish area and a walk-in fridge.





The menu focuses on comfort food and classics done well witha 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

Opportunity 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

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

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📌 Head Chef (Melbourne)
🏢 The Somers General
📍 Melbourne