CHEF DE PARTIE & PIZZA CHEF

Full-Time & Casual Opportunities | Immediate Start

Join our growing kitchen team at Crafty Monk Brewing!

As our venue continues to grow in popularity and welcome more guests, we are looking for experienced and passionate chefs to join our expanding kitchen team. We have exciting opportunities for both full-time and casual Chef de Partie & Pizza Chefs and Casual Chefs who take pride in their craft and want to be part of a collaborative, professional and supportive workplace.

Crafty Monk Brewing is a neighbourhood microbrewery with a full kitchen and bar, complemented by an outdoor woodfired pizza kitchen. Our modern brewery sits alongside a beautifully designed venue that combines refined interiors with a welcoming atmosphere and inviting outdoor spaces, offering seating for over 200 guests.

With versatile function spaces and an all-day dining offering, we serve lunch and dinner Wednesday to Sunday, alongside a busy schedule of functions and events. As our customer base continues to grow, we are looking for team members who share our passion for great food, quality ingredients and memorable guest experiences.

We are passionate about what we do, take pride in our standards and believe that a great workplace is built on teamwork, mutual respect and a healthy work-life balance.

About the Role

Working closely with our kitchen and Food & Beverage leadership teams, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality, guest-focused menus across our restaurant, outdoor pizza kitchen and function services.

You will be responsible for maintaining consistently high standards while contributing to a positive, efficient and collaborative kitchen environment.

Key responsibilities include:

- Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and service across our restaurant and pizza kitchen.

- Preparing and delivering dishes to specification, ensuring consistency at every stage of preparation and presentation.

- Assisting with the development of seasonal menus,



innovative dishes and daily specials that reflect customer preferences and quality ingredients.

- Managing food costs, stock and inventory effectively to minimise waste and support profitability.

- Working collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service, particularly during busy periods.

- Maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness and kitchen organisation.

- Continuously developing your culinary skills across different areas of the kitchen to support menu innovation and operational excellence.

- Contributing to a positive workplace culture built on professionalism, teamwork and respect.

About You

We are looking for passionate, motivated chefs who take pride in their work, enjoy being part of a team and are committed to delivering great food and memorable guest experiences.

Whether you're an experienced chef looking for your next opportunity or a developing chef ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Ideally, you will have:

- Experience working in a commercial kitchen, with the ability to demonstrate practical cooking skills and a commitment to food quality.

- Formal qualifications in Commercial Cookery, or a willingness to learn and develop your skills through hands-on experience.

- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen.

- A positive attitude, initiative and a willingness to learn.

- Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with chefs, front-of-house staff and management.

- A strong understanding of food safety, cleanliness and kitchen organisation, or a willingness to develop this knowledge.

- A commitment to consistency,



presentation and maintaining high standards, even during busy service periods.

Experience in Woodfired Pizza preparation and service will be highly regarded for the Pizza Chef position.

Most importantly, we're looking for team players who take pride in what they do, are reliable and want to contribute to the continued success of our growing venue.

What We Can Offer You

At Crafty Monk Brewing, we believe great food and great hospitality start with a great team.

Here's what you can look forward to:

- A growing business with exciting opportunities to develop your skills and be part of our continued success.

- Great perks, no egos and world-class beer.

- A supportive leadership team that values your contribution.

- A collaborative kitchen environment where teamwork and respect come first.

- Work-life balance, with reasonable hours and no early-morning shifts.

- Staff discounts.

- Free onsite parking.

- A workplace that values diversity, teamwork and helping people be their best.

Our Culture

At Crafty Monk Brewing, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We believe that when our team feels supported, respected and valued, it translates into exceptional experiences for our customers, a outstanding place to work and positive outcomes for our community.

We welcome applicants who share our commitment to quality, collaboration and genuine hospitality.

Ready to join the team?

If you're an experienced chef looking for your next opportunity in a growing venue where quality, teamwork and work-life balance matter, we'd love to hear from you.

Immediate start available for the right candidates.

We support equal opportunity employment and cultural diversity in the workplace. Australian citizens and permanent residents may be prioritised where permitted by applicable employment and immigration requirements.

Eligibility and work-rights checks may be undertaken as part of the recruitment process and, where required, during ongoing employment.

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