We’re looking for an experienced chef or cook to join the kitchen team at Ikigai Cafe on Bribie Island.

Ikigai is a busy, community-focused cafe with a creative menu and a team that genuinely cares about what we serve and how people are treated. We’re looking for someone reliable, organised and confident working in a fast-paced kitchen.

The employment arrangement and hours can be versatile for the right person. For someone interested in taking greater ownership, there is also a genuine opportunity to grow into a kitchen leadership role.

The role

- Preparing and cooking consistently high-quality cafe food
- Managing prep and staying organised during busy services
- Maintaining excellent cleanliness and food-safety standards
- Communicating clearly and working closely with the kitchen and front-of-house teams
- Helping manage stock, wastage and daily kitchen systems
- Contributing ideas and supporting future menu development
- Potentially taking on greater responsibility and kitchen leadership

About you





- You have previous experience working as a chef or cook
- You’re reliable, efficient and calm under pressure
- You take pride in the quality and presentation of every dish
- You’re proactive and notice what needs to be done
- You communicate well and contribute positively to a team
- You care about cleanliness, organisation and consistency
- You’re interested in growing with the business

This could suit a qualified chef or an experienced cook looking for a great daytime role. The exact position, hours and level of responsibility can be shaped around the right person.

To apply, please send through your resume and a short introduction telling us about your experience, availability and what you’re looking for in your next role.

Pay: $55,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Free drinks
- Free food

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef/Cook – Daytime Cafe | Leadership Opportunity (Bribie Island)
🏢 Ikigai Cafe and workshop
📍 Bribie Island