The Pyramid Bar and Restaurant Pty Ltd, trading as The Pyramid Bar and Restaurant, operates a hospitality venue at the heart of St Kilda, Victoria. The restaurant provides dine-in food and beverage service in a busy hospitality environment, requiring consistent food preparation, cooking, presentation and kitchen coordination throughout its service periods.

About the Role

The Pyramid Bar and Restaurant is seeking an experienced Chef to join its kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking menu items, maintaining consistent standards of food quality and presentation, and supporting the effective operation of the kitchen during daily service.

Location: 21–23 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda VIC 3182

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus Superannuation

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook a range of menu items in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards
- Monitor food preparation and cooking processes to maintain consistent quality, taste and presentation
- Inspect ingredients and food products to ensure freshness and appropriate quality
- Regulate cooking temperatures and operate ovens, grills, stovetops and other commercial kitchen equipment
- Season, portion and present dishes in accordance with restaurant standards
- Assist with menu planning,



daily or seasonal specials and estimating food requirements
- Monitor ingredient usage and minimise food wastage through appropriate preparation and portion control
- Ensure ingredients and prepared food are stored, handled and rotated appropriately
- Coordinate food preparation activities and guide junior kitchen staff during service
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, equipment and food storage areas
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements

Candidate Requirements

- Relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or a related discipline
- Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and commercial kitchen operations
- Ability to maintain consistent food quality, taste, portioning and presentation
- Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and safe food-handling practices
- Strong organisational, communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced restaurant environment
- Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted

How to Apply

Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

📌 Chef (St Kilda)
🏢 The PYRAMID BAR AND RESTAURANT
📍 St Kilda