About the role

Cafe on the Hilltop is seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team on a full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise in a vibrant hospitality environment located in Ipswich, QLD. As Chef, you will work along side our Head Chef in delivering exceptional food and maintaining the highest standards of quality and presentation.

What you'll be doing

- Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes according to recipes, presentation standards and nutritional requirements

- Managing food preparation stations and ensuring all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and sanitized

- Overseeing stock rotation, inventory management and ordering of food supplies

- Ensure consistency in food quality and safety standards

- Maintaining strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations, including HACCP principles

What we're looking for

Formal culinary training or equivalent hands-on experience as a Chef within the hospitality industry

- Minimum of 3 years' professional cooking experience in a fast-paced cafe environment

- Robust knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, including current food safety certifications

- Proficiency in a wide range of cooking techniques and the ability to prepare diverse cuisine styles

- Creative flair and passion





- Reliability and flexibility with shift patterns, including potential weekend

- Current Food Safety Supervisor certification or willingness to obtain it is highly desirable

- Start Asap

- Hours 6am - 2.30pm Monday to Friday (with the occasional morning shift weekends)

What we offer

At Cafe on the Hilltop, we are committed to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace where culinary talent can thrive. We offer competitive wages commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our team enjoys a collaborative kitchen environment where creativity is encouraged and professional development is supported. Additional benefits include staff meals, flexible rostering where possible, and a positive workplace culture that values hard work and dedication.

About us

Cafe on the Hilltop is situated in the in Ipswich Hospital. We are dedicated to providing high-quality healthy food in a warm hospitality environment. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, sustainability and customer satisfaction. Our team is passionate about hospitality, and we foster a workplace culture built on respect.

Apply now

If you are an enthusiastic and skilled Chef ready to make your mark, we would love to hear from you.

📌 Chef (Ipswich)
🏢 Cafe on the Hilltop
📍 Ipswich