Savoury Chef – Commis Chef & Chef de Partie (Full-Time) | CBD

Join Tuga Pastries as we expand to the CBD! Hiring Junior & Senior Savoury Chefs for our fast-paced kitchen. Free daily lunch & 50% staff discount.

Join the Tuga Pastries Team in the CBD!

We are growing and fast! Tuga Pastries is a second-generation bakery that has been part of Sydney’s food culture for over 35 years. Famous for our authentic Portuguese Tarts and artisan breads, we are expanding with our brand-new CBD location.

We are looking for motivated Commis Chefs (Junior) and Chefs de Partie (Senior) to join our savoury kitchen team.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on food preparation, takes pride in food quality and presentation, and can work efficiently in a busy café environment. The position will primarily focus on sandwich making, savoury food preparation and daily kitchen operations, ensuring all food is prepared fresh, consistently and to a high standard. Whether you are stepping up into your first commercial kitchen role or bringing years of line experience, this is your spot to work with quality ingredients in a supportive team environment.

What You’ll Do

- Prepare and assemble a range of gourmet sandwiches, wraps, and savoury café items.

- Manage daily mis en place, portioning, slicing, and ingredient prep.

- Maintain strict consistency in food presentation, quality, and portion control.

- Adhere to high food safety, hygiene, and safe food handling standards.

- Keep kitchen preparation areas clean, organised, and fully stocked.





- Assist with stock rotation, ingredient freshness checks, and inventory management.

- For Chef de Partie candidates: Oversee daily section workflow, maintain high prep standards during peak rushes, and assist in guiding junior team members.

What You Bring
- Experience: Background in a commercial kitchen, café, bakery, or sandwich bar.

- Knowledge: Understanding of food safety guidelines and hygiene procedures.

- Efficiency: Ability to stay calm and work rapid during busy café service periods.

- Work Ethic: Strong attention to detail, reliability, punctuality, and pride in presentation.

- Flexibility: Willingness to work a Monday–Sunday rostered schedule (including early mornings or weekend shifts).

- Work Rights: Valid Australian working rights and currently living in Sydney. (Please note: We cannot sponsor overseas applicants).

What We Offer
- Competitive Pay: $65,000 – $80,000 p.a. (commensurate with experience) + applicable penalty rates.

- Perks: Free lunch provided on shift, plus a 50% staff discount across our pastries and products.

- Growth: Real opportunities to advance your culinary career as we continue opening new sites across Sydney.

- Culture: A supportive, passionate crew and structured training from seasoned food professionals.

Ready to build your culinary career with us? Apply today with your resume!

Visa Holders: Candidates with valid Australian working rights currently living in Sydney are encouraged to apply. Please Note: We cannot consider overseas applicants.

📌 Commis Savoury Chef/Chef de Partie (Sydney)
🏢 Tuga Pastries Australia
📍 Sydney