The role
This is a full-time position, 38 hours per week, with a weekday/weekend roster. From Monday to Thursday you’ll run the kitchen on your own. On weekends you’ll work alongside a second chef.

Your responsibilities

- Run day-to-day kitchen operations independently during the week
- Prepare, cook and present dishes to a consistent high standard
- Plan and create current dishes for our weekly specials menu
- Order stock and manage suppliers, inventory and stock rotation
- Control food costs and minimise waste
- Lead and coordinate the kitchen with a second chef on weekends
- Keep food safety, hygiene and cleaning standards in line with Australian food safety regulations
- Help with menu planning and costing

Skills and experience required

- Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification)
- At least 2 years’ experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen




- Proven ability to run a kitchen on your own
- Experience with ordering, stock control and food costing
- Creativity in developing new dishes and specials
- Sound knowledge of food safety practices (Food Handler / Food Safety Supervisor certificate is an advantage)
- Good communication skills and the ability to work under pressure

Salary
$79,500 per year plus superannuation

How to apply
Send your resume and a short cover letter to [email protected] or apply through this platform. Applications close on 21.12.2026.

Pini & Co.

Pay: $79,500.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food
- Referral program

Work Location: In person

📌 Chef (St Kilda)
🏢 pini
📍 St Kilda