Kitchen All-Rounder / Cook – Casual | 1868 Kitchen |

Love good food? Enjoy cooking? Want to be part of building something special?

1868 Kitchen is evolving, and we're looking for a passionate, capable and enthusiastic Kitchen All-Rounder / Cook to join our team.

Located in the heart of Coffs Harbour's CBD and part of the Gowings retail family, we're on a mission to create one of the region's most loved and iconic lunch destinations.

Our philosophy is simple — fresh ingredients, food made in-house, great flavours and genuine hospitality.

We're all about doing the simple things exceptionally well. A small, thoughtfully crafted menu, fresh food made with care, relaxed coastal vibes and a welcoming place that locals love coming back to.

We're looking for someone who shares that passion, takes pride in what they create and enjoys being part of a small team that genuinely cares about valuable food.

About the Role

This isn't just a kitchen hand position. You'll be actively involved in preparing, cooking and presenting our food, while helping keep our kitchen running smoothly.

We have a small team and a focused menu, so everyone pitches in. It's about working together, keeping things simple, maintaining great standards and taking pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen.

You'll be involved in

- Preparing and cooking fresh, quality meals from our menu

- Working with fresh ingredients and house-made food

- Supporting daily food preparation and kitchen operations

- Maintaining consistent food quality, presentation and portion standards

- Keeping the kitchen clean, organised and running efficiently

- Following food safety and hygiene standards

- Pitching in wherever needed to support our small team

Who We're Looking For

We're not necessarily looking for the most qualified person in the kitchen. We're looking for the right person.

Someone who

- Has experience working in a commercial kitchen or café

- Genuinely enjoys cooking and working with fresh food

- Takes pride in preparing simple,



delicious meals really well

- Is organised, reliable and comfortable working during busy lunch services

- Brings a positive attitude and enjoys being part of a small team

- Is happy to roll up their sleeves and help wherever needed

- Understands that great food comes from consistency, teamwork and attention to detail

Above all, we want someone who cares about what they put on the plate and enjoys being part of a team that takes pride in what it does.

Hours & Employment

Casual position | Regular daytime hours

- Tuesday to Friday: 10 am – 3 pm

- Saturday: 8 am – 4 pm

Enjoy working in hospitality without the late nights.

We believe there's more to life than working evenings and all weekend. Living on the Coffs Coast is something special, and our daytime hours mean there's still plenty of time to enjoy the beach, the outdoors and everything our coastal lifestyle has to offer.

Why Join 1868 Kitchen?

We're not looking to be just another café.

We're building something special in the heart of Coffs Harbour — a relaxed, welcoming lunch destination known for fresh, delicious food, genuine hospitality and a team that loves what they do.

As part of the established Gowings retail family, 1868 Kitchen offers the opportunity to be part of a growing local business with a clear vision for the future.

You'll enjoy

- Regular daytime hours with no evening service
- A small, friendly and supportive team
- A focused menu built around fresh, quality ingredients
- A relaxed workplace with a genuine coastal feel
- A team that values hard work, good food and looking after each other
- The opportunity to be part of building one of Coffs Harbour's favourite lunch spots

- More time to enjoy the Coffs Coast lifestyle outside of work

Interested?

If you love good food, enjoy working with good people and want to be part of creating something special in Coffs Harbour, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply through SEEK with your resume and a short introduction telling us a little about yourself and your kitchen experience.

📌 Kitchen All-Rounder (Coffs Harbour)
🏢 Gowings Bros
📍 Coffs Harbour