Breakfast Chefs

Maestro Hospitality; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP program

Training and development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Maestro Hospitality invites applications for a Casual Breakfast Chef at Vista’Mare, Crown Sydney. Be part of the opening team delivering Italian-inspired breakfast and all-day dining with coffee, experiences, and harbour views in a vibrant setting.

Join an award-winning hospitality group and grow with us as we launch in July 2026, working mornings, weekends and holidays in Barangaroo, Sydney.

Qualifications

• Breakfast service knowledge and experience
• Organisational skills and attention to detail
• Reliable, professional, and passionate about hospitality
• Willingness to work mornings, weekends and public holidays

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast and brunch dishes to high standards
• Assist with mise en place and daily kitchen prep
• Maintain consistency, quality and presentation across menu items
• Support smooth kitchen operations during busy breakfast and lunch services
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and WHS procedures
• Collaborate with chefs, kitchen hands and front of house
• Contribute ideas and enthusiasm to a positive team culture

Job description

About Us

Maestro Hospitality is one of Australia’s leading hospitality groups, operating a collection of award-winning Italian restaurants including a’Mare, Ormeggio at The Spit, Chiosco by Ormeggio, Postino Osteria, Vineria Luisa, and Cibaria.

Vista’Mare represents the next evolution of our Crown Sydney precinct—a relaxed all-day destination where guests can enjoy exceptional coffee, breakfast, lunch, aperitivo, wine, and genuine Italian hospitality from morning through to evening.

If you’re passionate about great food, quality ingredients, and being part of an exciting new opening, we’d love to hear from you.

Casual Breakfast Chef | Vista’Mare at Crown Sydney

Barangaroo, Sydney NSW Hospitality & Tourism | Chefs/Cooks Casual Position | Hospitality Industry General Award (HIGA) Rates

About the Role

Vista’Mare is seeking passionate and motivated Breakfast Chefs to join the opening team of our exciting new all-day dining destination at Crown Sydney.

Launching in July 2026 as part of Maestro Hospitality’s acclaimed Italian dining precinct, Vista’Mare will bring together specialty coffee, Italian-inspired breakfast, casual daytime dining, aperitivo culture, premium wines, and exceptional harbour views in a vibrant and welcoming setting.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing hospitality group and be part of an opening team from day one.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Preparing and cooking breakfast and brunch dishes to the highest standards
• Assisting with mise en place and daily kitchen preparation
• Maintaining consistency, quality, and presentation across all menu items
• Supporting smooth kitchen operations during busy breakfast and lunch services
• Following food safety, hygiene, and WHS procedures
• Working collaboratively with chefs, kitchen hands, and front of house teams
• Contributing ideas and enthusiasm to a positive team culture

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Breakfast Chef, Commis Chef, Chef de Partie, or similar role
• Full working rights in Australia
• Experience working with Italian cuisine or Mediterranean-inspired menus highly regarded
• Strong understanding of breakfast service and all-day dining operations
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Reliable, professional, and passionate about hospitality
• Availability to work mornings, weekends, and public holidays as required

Why Join Maestro Hospitality?

• Competitive casual rates under the Hospitality Industry General Award (HIGA)
• Be part of an excited new venue opening at Crown Sydney
• Work alongside experienced hospitality professionals and industry leaders
• Career progression opportunities across a growing group of award-winning venues
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Intellect, providing confidential wellbeing and mental health support
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Inclusive, supportive, and collaborative workplace culture

Note that all applications will need to undergo a Crown police compliance check.