Cafe Chef

PAVONI PLUS PTY LTD; Manly; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25–35 hours per week

Day shifts only

Staff meals

Employee discounts

Training opportunities

Team culture

Job summary

Cibaria Manly in Manly, NSW is seeking a passionate Casual Café Chef to join our busy coastal kitchen. You will work across café and casual dining, delivering breakfast and lunch with consistency and attention to detail.

This role suits a chef who thrives in a fast-paced daytime service and enjoys teamwork, with a strong focus on food quality, presentation and safe kitchen practice. We offer day shifts only, 25–35 hours per week, staff meals, employee discounts, ongoing training and a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience in café, brunch, or fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Passion for fresh food and quality presentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and café menu items to a high standard
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and portion control
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and WHS procedures
• Assist with stock rotation, prep, and kitchen organisation
• Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams

Job description

Cibaria Manly is looking for a passionate and reliable Casual Café Chef to join our growing team.

Located within the vibrant Manly Pacific precinct, Cibaria is an Italian-inspired all-day dining destination offering breakfast, lunch, pastries, coffee, gelato, and takeaway in a fast-paced coastal environment.

About the Role

Working across our café and casual dining operations, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality food with consistency, efficiency, and attention to detail.

This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who enjoys busy daytime services, thrives in a team environment, and is looking for a role with work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast, lunch, and café menu items to a high standard
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and portion control
• Follow food safety, hygiene, and WHS procedures
• Assist with stock rotation, prep, and kitchen organisation
• Work collaboratively with the wider kitchen and front-of-house teams

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a café, brunch, or fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Passion for fresh food and quality presentation
• Availability to work weekdays, weekends, and public holidays as required
• Full Australian working rights

What We Offer

• Casual employment with 25–35 hours per week
• Day shifts only – no late-night finishes
• Competitive Hospitality Industry General Award (HIGA) rates
• Complimentary staff meals during shifts
• Employee discounts across Maestro Hospitality venues
• Access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Career progression opportunities within a growing hospitality group

If you're looking to join one of Sydney's most exciting hospitality groups and work in a beautiful beachside location, we'd love to hear from you.