Job Info

Location: Port Adelaide, SA

Salary: $80,001 - $100,000

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

LABOURLENS PTY LTD LabourLens is recruiting on behalf of Vita Nuova Pty Ltd for a skilled and enthusiastic Chef to join its Italian restaurant, Carmine & Co, in Port Adelaide, South Australia. This is a full-time position requiring a minimum of 38 hours per week. The successful applicant will plan and organize food preparation, prepare and cook Italian dishes, and maintain consistent food quality and presentation.

Working closely with management and the kitchen team, you will contribute to menu development, manage ingredient requirements and support the smooth delivery of restaurant and function services. This position suits a Chef with strong practical cooking skills, an organized approach and the ability to maintain quality during busy service periods. Suitably qualified Australian citizens and permanent residents are preferred.

Benefits Full-time employment with a minimum of 38 hours per week. Opportunities to contribute to menus, seasonal specials and function offerings. Wide-ranging work across restaurant dining and function services.

Opportunities to apply and develop skills in Italian cuisine. A hands-on role working alongside an established hospitality team. Task & responsibilities Plan menus and seasonal specials with management, considering customer preferences, ingredient availability and food costs.

Estimate ingredient quantities and kitchen labour requirements for daily service and functions. Check stock levels, order food supplies and inspect deliveries for freshness and quality.



Organise daily preparation and coordinate kitchen tasks to ensure dishes are ready for service.

Prepare and cook Italian dishes, including pasta, gnocchi, ravioli, seafood, grilled meats, pizza and vegetable dishes. Prepare sauces, ragù, fillings and accompaniments, checking flavour, texture and consistency. Prepare and present desserts such as tiramisu and panna cotta according to restaurant recipes.

Monitor food quality during preparation, cooking and plating, maintaining consistent portions and presentation. Discuss preparation requirements, dietary requests and service issues with management, kitchen staff and front-of-house staff. Demonstrate cooking techniques and guide cooks and junior kitchen staff in preparation, cooking and presentation.

Adapt dishes for dietary requirements where appropriate and follow procedures to prevent allergen cross-contact. Follow HACCP-based food safety procedures, including temperature checks, safe cooling and reheating, and accurate food safety records. Explain and enforce kitchen hygiene procedures and maintain clean equipment, work areas and storage spaces.

Label, store, rotate and preserve ingredients correctly to maintain quality and reduce waste. Coordinate food preparation for functions, adjusting quantities and timing to suit bookings and agreed menus.



Qualification & experience A relevant Diploma or higher qualification in commercial cookery, culinary arts or hospitality with a cookery focus, or at least three years of relevant experience in lieu of the formal qualification.

At least one year of relevant experience as a Chef or in a closely related role at an equivalent skill level. Experience preparing Italian cuisine in a restaurant kitchen is desirable. Ability to plan menus, estimate food requirements and control portions and wastage.

Practical knowledge of food safety, hygiene, allergen management and safe food storage. Ability to organise preparation and maintain food quality during busy service periods. Good communication skills and the ability to guide junior kitchen staff.

Availability to work a hospitality roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays. About Company Vita Nuova Pty Ltd operates Carmine & Co, an established Italian restaurant in Port Adelaide, South Australia. The restaurant has a longstanding connection to the local community and draws on Southern Italian hospitality, offering a welcoming setting for everyday dining, family celebrations and special occasions.

Alongside its restaurant service, the business caters for private functions and group events, tailoring arrangements to customers’ needs. Its approach places emphasis on quality food, attentive service and a consistent dining experience. The kitchen and front-of-house teams work together to maintain these standards across regular service and special events.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $79000-85000 Job Publish: 07-11-2026 Job Expire: 07-12-2026 Apply on: Chef Job here! This job is brought to you by workinitiatives.com.au.

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