About the role

As our Chef, you will be responsible for the preparation, cooking and presentation of a variety of Mediterranean dishes, ensuring consistently high standards of food quality, flavour, presentation and food safety.

Key responsibilities

- Preparing and cooking a variety of Mediterranean dishes using fresh, quality ingredients

- Developing and preparing dishes inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, including salads, grilled meats, vegetables, pasta, dips and other hot and cold dishes

- Preparing ingredients, sauces, marinades and dressings from scratch where required

- Contributing to menu development and introducing new dishes that showcase fresh seasonal produce

- Managing daily food preparation and kitchen operations to meet customer demand

- Maintaining consistent portion sizes, food quality and presentation

- Monitoring stock levels, managing food costs and minimising food wastage

- Ensuring the kitchen, food preparation areas and equipment are clean, organised and well maintained

- Following all food safety, hygiene and safe food handling requirements

- Working closely with the wider deli and food team to ensure smooth daily operations

- Maintaining efficiency and quality during busy service periods

About you

- Has previous professional experience as a Chef, preferably with a background in Mediterranean cuisine

- Has a strong understanding of Mediterranean flavours, ingredients and cooking techniques

- Is confident preparing a variety of hot and cold dishes using fresh ingredients

- Takes pride in food quality, consistency and presentation





- Can work efficiently and independently in a busy commercial kitchen

- Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail

- Understands food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness requirements

- Can manage food preparation, stock control and waste minimisation

- Is reliable, punctual, professional and well presented

- Works collaboratively and contributes positively to a hands-on team environment

- Is flexible to work across a 7-day trading environment

Experience in fresh food retail, deli operations, high-volume food preparation or commercial kitchens will be highly regarded.

About us

Located in the heart of Sunshine, Gasko’s is a well-established fresh food destination offering quality fruit and vegetables, continental groceries, deli products and prepared food. We pride ourselves on fresh ingredients, quality products and great service, and we’re looking for a chef who shares our passion for producing delicious, high-quality food.

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled chef who enjoys working with fresh produce, preparing authentic Mediterranean-style dishes and contributing to a busy, hands-on food operation.

What we offer

- Full-time, stable employment

- Competitive salary based on experience

- An established and growing fresh food business

- Access to quality fresh produce and ingredients

- A supportive, hands-on team setting

- The opportunity to contribute ideas and develop our Mediterranean food offering

- A convenient Sunshine location

If you’re an experienced Chef with a passion for Mediterranean cuisine, fresh ingredients and producing exceptional food, we’d love to hear from you.

📌 Chef | Full Time (Sunshine)
🏢 VICTORIAN FRESH PRODUCE EXPERTS
📍 Sunshine