Job Description

Employer Name: HAMIDA B PTY LTD - t/a The Coffee Tale Cafe

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A.B.N. 30 675 455 768

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Job Location: 4/1 Phillip Ct, Port Melbourne, SA, 3207, AUSTRALIA

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Advertising Period: 28 days - 16 Sep 2026 > 14 Oct 2026

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Summary

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Our client, The Coffee Tale Cafe, operates a well-established café in Port Melbourne serving customers throughout the working week. They are seeking to add a Chef to support their full‐time kitchen operations, preparing, cooking and presenting high‐quality meals while maintaining consistency in food quality, presentation, portioning, food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards.

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The typical job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

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- Prepare and cook a variety of breakfast, brunch, lunch and other café‐style dishes in accordance with established recipes and menu specifications.
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- Examine the quality and freshness of ingredients and food products before preparation and service.
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- Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, portioning, seasoning and undertaking other food preparation activities.
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- Monitor the quality of dishes throughout preparation and cooking to ensure consistent taste, presentation and portion sizes.
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- Regulate cooking temperatures and operate ovens, grills, fryers and other commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
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- Assist with planning menus and developing seasonal dishes and daily specials in consultation with management.
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- Estimate food requirements and assist with ordering food supplies and ingredients to maintain appropriate stock levels.
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- Ensure meals are prepared and presented within required service times, particularly during busy café service periods.
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- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen and food preparation areas.
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- Store food and ingredients appropriately in accordance with food safety and temperature‐control requirements.
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- Provide guidance and training to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking techniques, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
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- Coordinate with front‐of‐house staff to ensure efficient service and timely preparation of customer orders.
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- Comply with applicable food safety requirements, WHS procedures and the cafe's operational policies.
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Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for the role:

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- Minimum Diploma of Hospitality Management or equivalent qualification.
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- At least one year of relevant experience in a similar hospitality kitchen setting.
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- Strong practical cooking and food preparation skills.
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- Sound knowledge of café‐style food preparation and commercial kitchen operations.
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- Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food handling requirements.
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- Ability to maintain consistency in food quality, portioning and presentation.
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- Ability to work efficiently in a fast‐paced kitchen environment.
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- Sound knowledge of stock rotation, food storage and inventory control.
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- Ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
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- Ability to manage multiple orders and priorities during peak service periods.
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- Valuable communication and teamwork skills.
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- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high‐quality food presentation.
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- Ability to guide and support other kitchen staff when required.
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📌 Chef (Victoria)
🏢 HAMIDA Bt/a The Coffee Tale Cafe
📍 Victoria