We are seeking an experienced, passionate and reliable Café Chef to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing high-quality café meals, maintaining consistent food standards, managing kitchen operations and ensuring excellent food presentation and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities
● Prepare and cook a wide range of café dishes, including breakfast, brunch, lunch and seasonal menu items. ● Prepare eggs, pancakes, waffles, burgers, sandwiches, salads and other café-style meals to a consistently high standard. ● Ensure all meals are prepared according to recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards. ● Manage food preparation, mise en place and service during busy trading periods. ● Maintain food quality, freshness, consistency and timely service. ● Monitor stock levels, check deliveries and ensure ingredients are stored correctly. ● Assist with menu development, specials, recipe improvements and food cost control. ● Minimise food waste and maintain appropriate portion control. ● Follow food safety, hygiene, allergen management and workplace health and safety requirements. ● Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen, including equipment and food preparation areas. ● Work collaboratively with kitchen staff, baristas, floor staff and management. ● Assist with staff training, kitchen coordination and maintaining smooth daily operations.



● Follow instructions from management and ensure kitchen opening and closing procedures are completed. Essential Requirements ● Minimum 2–3 years of experience as a chef or cook in a busy café or commercial kitchen. ● Strong skills in breakfast, brunch and lunch preparation. ● Ability to work efficiently under pressure during peak service periods. ● Positive knowledge of food safety, hygiene and allergen management. ● Excellent time management, organisation and communication skills. ● Ability to work independently and as part of a team. ● Reliable, punctual, professional and committed to maintaining high food standards. ● Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends and public holidays as required. Desirable Skills ● Experience in a high-volume café. ● Experience with menu costing, stock control and ordering. ● Ability to train and support junior kitchen staff. ● Knowledge of dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other allergen-related requests.

What We Offer
● Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications. ● A supportive and professional working environment. ● The opportunity to contribute ideas to menu development. ● Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Pay: $32.00 – $40.00 per hour Work

Location:
In person

📌 Chef (Narre Warren)
🏢 BUTLER'S KITCHEN
📍 Narre Warren