Job Description
KS Investment Holding Group Pty Ltd t/a The Joy Parade, is a locally established café located in Blackburn, Victoria. We are seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our kitchen team on a permanent full-time basis.
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About the Role
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We are seeking an experienced Chef with a strong background in modern café cuisine who can contribute to all aspects of kitchen operations.
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The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals, contributing to menu development, maintaining consistent food standards, supervising kitchen staff where required and ensuring the kitchen complies with food safety and workplace health and safety requirements.
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Key Responsibilities
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Plan and develop menus in consultation with management, taking into account seasonal produce, customer preferences and operational requirements.
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Prepare, cook and present high-quality breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes.
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Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
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Ensure consistency in portioning, presentation, taste and overall food quality.
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Assist with menu costing, food cost control and appropriate portion management.
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Estimate food requirements and assist with ordering ingredients and kitchen supplies.
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Monitor stock levels, storage practices and inventory rotation.
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Examine food and ingredients to ensure appropriate quality and freshness.
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Supervise and coordinate the work of cooks and other kitchen staff.
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Provide training and guidance to junior kitchen staff and apprentices where required.
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Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, allergen management and workplace health and safety requirements.
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Maintain kitchen cleanliness and ensure equipment is properly maintained and used safely.
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Work collaboratively with café management regarding menu changes, seasonal dishes, daily specials and customer feedback.
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Maintain consistent food quality across dine-in and takeaway services.
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Skills & Experience
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To be considered for this position, applicants should have:
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Relevant commercial cookery qualifications, such as Certificate III and/or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent qualification.
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At least 2 years of relevant experience as a Chef in a busy café, restaurant or similar commercial kitchen environment.
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Solid knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, food storage and safe food handling.
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Experience preparing contemporary café-style breakfast, brunch and lunch dishes.
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Demonstrated ability to maintain quality and consistency during high-volume service.
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Experience in menu development, stock control and kitchen operations.
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Ability to supervise and coordinate other kitchen staff.
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Strong organisational, communication and time-management skills.
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Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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Availability to work across a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays as required.
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What We Offer
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This is a permanent full-time position with an established Blackburn café and an opportunity to become an important member of our kitchen team.

📌 Chef (Melbourne)
🏢 KS INVESTMENT HOLDING GROUP
📍 Melbourne