Chef / Cook - Entrees, Sides & Fryer Section

Full-Time Position Buon Appetit - Camden NSW

Buon Appetit is a busy, family-owned Italian restaurant in Camden, specialising in handmade Italian food, wood-fired pizza, pasta, pizza fritta, antipasti and high-volume dine-in service.

We are looking for a reliable and experienced Chef / Cook to join our kitchen team full-time, working mainly across the entrees, sides and fryer section .

This role is suited to someone who can work cleanly, move fast during busy service, follow systems, and take pride in consistent food quality.

About the Role

You will be responsible for preparing and running the entree, sides and fryer section during service.

This includes:
Fryer section setup and service
Cooking pizza fritta, arancini, chips, sides and other fried items
Preparing and plating entrees, starters and sides
Completing daily prep lists
Maintaining portion control and presentation standards
Keeping the section clean, organised and stocked
Following recipes, systems and instructions
Working closely with the pizza, pasta and pass sections during busy service
Following food safety, FIFO, labelling and hygiene procedures

What We’re Looking For




Previous kitchen experience in a busy restaurant, café, takeaway or similar food venue
Experience on fryer, entrees, larder, sides or similar section
Ability to work fast and stay calm under pressure
Strong cleanliness and organisation
Valuable communication with the kitchen team
Reliability and a strong work ethic
Ability to follow recipes, portions and procedures
Pride in consistent food quality and presentation

Italian food experience is preferred, but not essential.

Roster

This is a full-time position .

Buon Appetit operates Wednesday to Sunday , with Monday and Tuesday closed .

Weekend availability is required.

What We Offer
Full time employment
Consistent weekly roster
Busy, supportive kitchen environment
Staff meals
Prospect to grow within the business
Hands-on training in Italian food and high-volume service
Long-term role for the right person

To Apply

Please send through your resume and a short message about your kitchen experience.

We are looking for someone reliable, rapid, clean and ready to become part of the Buon Appetit team

Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef / Cook Entrees, Sides & Fryer Section Camden
🏢 Buon Appetit
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