We are looking for a reliable full time Chef who thrives when the tickets stack up and still cares about what goes on the plate. You will run and support daily service across breakfast and lunch in a high volume kitchen, preparing and cooking food to a consistent standard, every plate, every time.

Key responsibilities

Run and support daily service across breakfast and lunch in a high volume kitchen

Prepare and cook food to a consistent standard, every plate, every time

Apply sound cooking techniques and confident knife skills across all sections

Handle daily prep so every station is stocked and ready before service starts

Oversee ordering, stock control and correct stock rotation to keep waste down

Assist with menu costing and portion control to keep the kitchen running profitably

Take responsibility for the day to day running of the kitchen, including opening setup and close down

Contribute ideas to menu development and specials

Work alongside and mentor junior kitchen staff

About you

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher

At least one year of full time experience as a chef in a busy,



fast paced kitchen

Solid food preparation and cooking technique across a varied menu

Strong knife skills and an efficient, clean workflow

Practical experience with menu costing and stock control

A strong work ethic, with punctuality and reliability you can be held to

Ability to work independently and as part of a tight team

Excellent time management and the judgement to prioritise under pressure

Problem solving skills when a delivery is short or a station goes down

Sound knowledge of OH&S; obligations in a commercial kitchen, current food safety and hygiene practice, and full working rights in Australia

A market-competitive salary of $79,499 to up to $82,000 plus super

Genuine work life balance with rosters that respect your time off

A family environment where you are treated as one of our own

Real potential for growth as the business grows

A warm, welcoming space with a team that actually enjoys being there

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📌 Full time chef (Port Phillip City)
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📍 Port Phillip City