Beachcomber Cafe in St Kilda is looking for an experienced Chef . The position is full time and a minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role is required

We are a family run restaurant based in the heart of St Kilda beach. Our focus is on authentic Mediterranean food, international cuisine, seafood & outstanding customer service in a family friendly environment.

Summary of Position

Organise and control the operations of the restaurant to ensure a fine dining experience for our patrons. Duties in brief include:

- planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
- be responsible for quality control and tasting the dishes; making sure they are at the right standard and are presented correctly before they go out to the customer
- discussing food preparation issues with Managers, Dietitians and kitchen and waiting staff
- demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures
- preparing and cooking food
- explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations
- may select and train staff
- may freeze and preserve foods
- create a vision for the cuisine, inspire your team and delegate tasks effectively
- recruit, motivate and manage staff
- oversee the day-to-day running of the kitchen, order food and undertake the kitchen inventory (this potentially includes budgeting)
- oversee hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen
- prepare and plate dishes and have an input into menu design.





To be successful in the role, you will need to have:
- Appropriate qualifications such as AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma [ANZSCO Skill Level 2] at a minimum

OR
- A minimum of at least 2-years formal experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above.
- Prior experience working in a fast-paced setting

Requirements
- Knowledge of Food Hygiene and OH&S; Standards
- A professional presentation and approach
- A passion for food
- Ability to work closely with management to ensure the consistent high quality service is provided
- A positive attitude with a strong work ethic and good communication skills
- Ability to work well within a team environment and under pressure
- Be available to work days, nights and weekends and have your own reliable transport.
- An ability and desire to work morning, late evening and weekend shifts
- Innovative and organised

This position is for immediate start for the successful applicant. Salary ranging from 80k- 85k. plus super

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate

- St Kilda VIC 3182: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
- Kitchen: 2 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef (St Kilda)
🏢 The Beachcomber Cafe
📍 St Kilda