Chef – Andre’s Osteria
Location: Weston Creek, ACT
Employment type: Full-time
Salary: $80,000–$90,000 per annum plus superannuation

About us

Andre’s Osteria is an Italian-inspired restaurant in Weston Creek, serving freshly made pasta, antipasti, seafood, meat dishes and desserts. Offering lunch and dinner service, we are committed to quality ingredients, well-prepared food and an enjoyable dining experience.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Chef to join our kitchen team. You will contribute to menu development, oversee food preparation and cooking, and maintain consistent standards of quality, presentation and kitchen efficiency.

Key responsibilities

- Planning menus and developing recipes in consultation with management.
- Estimating food and ingredient costs and organising ingredient orders.
- Preparing and cooking Italian-inspired dishes, including fresh pasta, sauces, seafood, meat dishes and desserts.
- Monitoring food quality throughout preparation, cooking and presentation.
- Discussing food preparation and service requirements with management, kitchen staff and front-of-house staff.
- Demonstrating cooking techniques and advising kitchen staff on preparation and cooking procedures.




- Coordinating kitchen activities to ensure timely and consistent meal service.
- Planning and preparing dishes to accommodate dietary requirements and managing allergens carefully.
- Training and supervising kitchen staff.
- Monitoring stock, storage practices, portion control and food waste.
- Explaining and enforcing food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures.
- Preserving and freezing food where required.

About you

- Relevant qualifications in commercial cookery or culinary arts.
- At least two years of relevant experience as a Chef.
- Experience in Italian cuisine and fresh pasta preparation is highly desirable.
- Sound knowledge of menu planning, food costing, cooking techniques and food safety.
- Solid leadership, organisation and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain quality and consistency during busy service periods.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

How to apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant qualifications and experience.

Pay: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef (Weston Creek)
🏢 Andre's Osteria
📍 Weston Creek