il Bello Caffè is seeking highly skilled, professional and motivated Chefs who can demonstrate the ability to work confidently and efficiently both independently and as part of a team. The ideal applicants must thrive in a fast paced kitchen setting, consistently delivering high quality dishes with exceptional attention to detail, precision and outstanding plating and presentation skills.

This is a casual position offering 2–3 days per week to start, with the opportunity to progress to a permanent part-time or full-time position for the right applicant, based on their skills, performance, reliability and suitability for the role.

Please note: This is a position requiring proven commercial cooking experience, strong technical skills and professional kitchen expertise. Applicants must have relevant qualifications and experience.

What we’re looking for:

- Proven experience in a café or commercial kitchen is essential.
- Formal qualifications in commercial cookery.
- A current food handling certificate, which must be provided.
- The ability to work confidently and strongly both independently and as part of a team.
- The ability to work efficiently in a fast paced kitchen environment while maintaining exceptional food quality and consistency.
- Exceptional plating and presentation skills with a strong eye for detail.
- Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, menu execution and food safety standards.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Reliability, punctuality and a professional attitude.




- The ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and kitchen organisation.
- Availability to work weekends as required.

The successful applicant will be expected to:

- Prepare and present meals to a consistently high standard.
- Demonstrate excellent plating skills and attention to detail during busy service periods.
- Work independently, manage kitchen tasks efficiently and contribute positively to the team.
- Assist with food preparation, daily specials and general kitchen operations.
- Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards.
- Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organised and ready for service.

Important: Applicants must be able to demonstrate their commercial cooking knowledge and expertise and provide evidence of relevant qualifications and a current food handling certificate. If you have the experience, skills and professionalism required to deliver consistently high quality food in a busy café, we would love to hear from you.

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Job Type: Casual

Pay: From $36.00 per hour

Application Question(s)

- Have you worked in a busy café during breakfast and lunch service?
- Tell me about your previous chef or café experience?
- What days and hours are you available to work?
- Are you comfortable working weekends and public holidays when required?
- Do you have the right to work in Australia?
- Can you provide references from previous employers?
- Do you hold a current food handling certificate?

Work Location: In person

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