Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 per year plus superannuation

About Us

Positive Neighbour Cafe is one of Canberra's busiest cafe's. Located in the suburb of Kingston, we are open 7 days a week serving breakfast, lunch, baked goods, coffee and cold drinks. Our core focus is on service, consistency and quality.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook dishes according to the cafe’s menu, recipes and quality standards
- Food preperation, including washing, cutting, seasoning, handling and storage
- Operate ovens, grills and other kitchen equipment safely
- Monitor cooking temperatures and times to ensure food is cooked correctly
- Check food quality, flavour, portion sizes and presentation before serving
- Prepare meals for dietary requirements and allergies following kitchen procedures
- Store, label and rotate ingredients correctly to maintain freshness and minimise waste




- Monitor stock levels and report ingredient requirements to the Chef or management
- Maintain, clean and organise workstations, equipment and food storage areas
- Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures
- Coordinate with kitchen and front of house staff to ensure timely service

Qualifications and Experience

- A formal qualification relevant to commercial cookery
- More than one year of relevant experience as a Cook or Chef
- Sound knowledge of cooking techniques and safe food handling
- Ability to maintain food quality and consistency during busy service periods
- Good communication, teamwork and time management skill
- Availability to work a roster that may include weekends and public holidays

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