Breakfast & Prep Chef | Baptiste

The Apollo; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Apollo Restaurant Group in Surry Hills invites applications for a full-time Breakfast Chef / Prep Chef. This hands-on role blends breakfast service with daily food preparation, ideal for a chef who enjoys variety and thrives in a busy kitchen.

You will prepare and present breakfast dishes to a high standard, support lunch and dinner prep, and work closely with the Head Chef to keep service running smoothly. A positive attitude and pride in your food are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous breakfast chef experience in a busy kitchen.
• Ability to work independently and manage mise en place.
• Strong organisation and time management.
• Attention to detail and pride in presentation.

Responsibilities

• Preparing, cooking and presenting breakfast dishes to a high standard.
• Completing daily mise en place and prep for upcoming services.
• Supporting lunch and dinner prep and team workflow.
• Maintaining food quality, hygiene and kitchen procedures.
• Keeping your section organized and ready for service.

Skills

Breakfast Chef

Prep Chef

Chef de Partie

Job description

A new French bistro. A growing restaurant group. And a great opportunity to be part of it.

10th November, 2026

Baptiste is one of the newest additions to The Apollo Restaurant Group, bringing French bistro dining to Wunderlich Lane in Surry Hills.

We’re looking for a full-time Breakfast Chef / Prep Chef to join our kitchen team. This is a hands‑on role that combines breakfast service with food preparation, perfect for a chef who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work and loves being part of a busy kitchen.

The role

You’ll be responsible for preparing and delivering our breakfast offering while supporting the wider kitchen team with daily preparation for lunch and dinner service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing, cooking and presenting breakfast dishes to a consistently high standard


• Completing daily mise en place and food preparation for upcoming services


• Working closely with the Head Chef and wider kitchen team to keep things running smoothly


• Maintaining food quality, consistency and presentation


• Following food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures


• Keeping your section organised, clean and ready for service

What we're looking for

• Previous experience as a Breakfast Chef, Prep Chef or Chef de Partie


• Strong preparation skills and confidence working independently


• Good organisation and time management


• An eye for detail and genuine pride in the food you produce


• A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider team

A little about us

We’re The Apollo Restaurant Group, the team behind The Apollo, Cho Cho San, Olympus Dining, Greca, Yoko Dining and The Apollo in Tokyo, with Baptiste and Tenjo our newest additions.
We care about great food, generous hospitality and creating workplaces where people enjoy what they do. As our group continues to grow, so do the opportunities for our people, whether that’s developing new skills, stepping into leadership or exploring different kitchens across the group.

Sound like your kind of kitchen?

We’d love to hear from you.