About the Company:
Join a well-established café that is proud to be part of its local community. This is a welcoming, quality-focused venue with a robust reputation for excellent food, friendly service and creating a positive experience for its customers.
With a supportive team environment and a genuine focus on people, this is an excellent opportunity for a Kitchen Manager looking to take ownership of a busy kitchen while becoming an important part of a great local community.

About the Role:
As Kitchen Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, ensuring consistently high food quality, efficient service and strong kitchen standards.
You will lead and support the kitchen team, manage food preparation and presentation, maintain stock and food costs, and ensure all food safety and hygiene standards are consistently met.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced Chef or Kitchen Manager who enjoys being involved in the operation and takes pride in developing a strong, positive kitchen culture.

Your Skills and Experience:




Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, Sous Chef or Senior Chef within a café, restaurant or high-volume hospitality environment
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and support a kitchen team
Excellent understanding of food quality, preparation, presentation, stock control and food costs
Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene and kitchen compliance requirements
A hands-on, organised and positive approach with a genuine passion for great food and customer experiences

Your Benefits and Rewards:
$80,000 – $90,000 + Super depending on experience
Opportunity to become part of a great local community
Supportive and positive team environment
Genuine prospect to take ownership of the kitchen operation
Stable role with a well-established and respected café

Additional information
$80,000 - $90,000 + Super
Great Community | Café Environment
Lead and develop a passionate kitchen team in a busy, quality-focused café

📌 Kitchen Manager South East Ipswich (Australia)
🏢 Frontline Recruitment Group
📍 Australia