About us

Mayflour Cafe is a well-established local cafe in Westmeadows, known for our specialty cakes and cupcakes, all-day breakfast and quality coffee. We’re growing our kitchen team and looking for an experienced chef and cooks who take pride in serving fresh, consistent food, even on our busiest days.

The roles

Chef: You’ll lead the kitchen and set the standard for every plate that goes out. Alongside cooking, you’ll manage the team, the stock and the menu.

Cook: You’ll work the line on our all-day breakfast and lunch menu, preparing and plating dishes to spec under the chef’s direction.

What you’ll do (both roles):

- Cook breakfast and lunch dishes to a consistent, high standard during peak service
- Complete prep efficiently so the kitchen is ready before doors open
- Keep ticket times down and presentation sharp during rushes
- Follow food safety, hygiene and allergen procedures, including temperature logs and labelling
- Store, rotate and label stock correctly to minimise waste
- Keep the kitchen clean and organised, including end-of-day cleans
- Work closely with front-of-house to keep service running smoothly

Additional chef responsibilities:

- Run the pass and coordinate the kitchen during service
- Manage ordering, stock control and supplier deliveries
- Control food costs and portion sizes
- Develop menu items and specials
- Train and supervise cooks and kitchen hands
- Ensure the kitchen meets food safety and council requirements

About you

Chef – essential:

- Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (or an equivalent trade qualification)




- At least 3 years’ experience as a chef in a busy cafe or restaurant
- Proven ability to run a kitchen and lead a small team
- Hands-on experience with ordering, stock control and food costing

Cook – essential:

- At least 1 year’s experience cooking in a busy, high-volume cafe or restaurant
- Strong breakfast and brunch line experience (eggs, grills, plating at speed)
- Confident on the grill, flat-top, fryers and ovens
- Able to follow recipes and specs accurately and consistently

Both roles:

- Calm, organised and quick under pressure
- Solid knowledge of food safety and allergen handling
- Reliable and punctual, with a team-first attitude
- Available for early starts from 6:00 am, including weekends
- Full working rights in Australia

Desirable:

- Food Safety Supervisor certificate
- Baking or pastry experience
- Experience developing seasonal specials

What we offer

- Casual, part-time or full time hours to suit you
- Above-award pay for the right experience
- Staff meal and coffee discounts
- Stable, consistent rosters with daytime hours and no late nights
- A friendly, supportive team in a well-run local cafe
- Room to grow, including a pathway from cook to chef

How to apply

Send your resume and a short note about your kitchen experience to [email protected]. Please tell us which role you’re applying for (chef or cook), your availability and the hours you’re after.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a short trial shift.

Employment type: Casual, Part-time or Full-time
Location: Westmeadows VIC 3049

Start date: Immediate

Pay: $57,800.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef & Cook – Mayflour Cafe, Westmeadows
🏢 Mayflour Cafe & Cupcakes
📍 Westmeadows