About Tomism

Tomi Management Pty Ltd, trading as Tomism, is a Melbourne-based hospitality business operating and supporting a growing portfolio of hospitality venues.

We are currently seeking a skilled and motivated Chef to join our team on a full-time basis and contribute to the delivery of high-quality food and consistent kitchen operations.

About the Role

As a Chef, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking dishes to a consistently high standard, supporting day-to-day kitchen operations, maintaining food quality and safety standards, and assisting with menu planning, stock control and kitchen organisation.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare, cook and present dishes in accordance with established recipes, menus and quality standards.
- Plan and assist in developing menus in consultation with management and the kitchen team.
- Monitor the quality of dishes throughout preparation and presentation.
- Ensure appropriate portion control, presentation and consistency of food.
- Estimate food and ingredient requirements and assist with ordering and stock control.
- Monitor food costs, wastage and inventory levels.
- Check the quality and freshness of ingredients and other food supplies.
- Ensure food is stored, handled and prepared in accordance with food safety and hygiene requirements.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.




- Assist with the development of kitchen procedures and preparation standards.
- Coordinate with other kitchen staff during food preparation and service.
- Assist in training and supervising junior kitchen staff where required.
- Work effectively with front-of-house and management teams to ensure efficient service.
- Maintain kitchen equipment and report maintenance or operational issues as required.

Qualifications and Experience The successful candidate should have:

- Relevant Australian qualification in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent recognised qualification;
- At least 1 year of relevant experience in a commercial kitchen environment;
- Sound knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques;
- Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures;
- Ability to work efficiently in a busy hospitality environment;
- Strong organisational and time-management skills;
- Ability to work effectively as part of a kitchen team; and
- Good communication skills.

How to Apply Please submit your resume together with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications and commercial kitchen experience.

Tomi Management Pty Ltd is an equal chance employer. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates with the right to work in Australia.

Pay: $80,000.00 – $88,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef – Full-Time (Melbourne)
🏢 Tomi Management
📍 Melbourne