Beachside Kitchen Lead Chef - Own the Menu

Marini Cafe; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ownership of kitchen

Beachside location

Job summary

Marini Café Pty Ltd is hiring two experienced Chefs to take ownership of our kitchen. This full-time, permanent role requires passion for presentation, consistency and creativity in a fast-paced café environment.

We offer a competitive salary of AUD 80,000–85,000 + super, with a beachside location near Maroubra Beach and a supportive team environment. Two permanent positions are available.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Kitchen Management or related Diploma.
• Minimum 3 years’ full-time experience as a Chef in a busy cafe/restaurant/kitchen.
• Strong culinary knowledge and ability to deliver consistent quality.
• Experience leading or supervising kitchen staff.
• Solid understanding of food safety, hygiene, stock control and WHS practices.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively.
• Creativity in menu planning and modern café cuisine.
• Weekend and public holiday roster availability.
• Right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organise food preparation and cooking for service.
• Prepare, season and cook dishes to a high standard.
• Plan menus with management and keep the offering fresh.
• Estimate food and labour costs, order supplies and manage stock.
• Train, guide and supervise junior kitchen staff.
• Maintain high hygiene, food safety and WHS standards.
• Take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the kitchen.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety

Time management

Menu planning

Staff supervision

Creativity in recipes

Right to work in AU

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or Kitchen Management

Diploma in related field

Job description

Marini Café Pty Ltd is hiring two experienced Chefs to take ownership of our kitchen. This full-time, permanent role requires passion for presentation, consistency and creativity in a fast-paced café environment.

We offer a competitive salary of AUD 80,000–85,000 + super, with a beachside location near Maroubra Beach and a supportive team environment. Two permanent positions are available.