CHEF

Jefferis Holdings Pty Ltd T/A Savour Cafe; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, ongoing employment

Competitive remuneration package

Supportive and collaborative kitchen環

Work across diverse breakfast andlunc

Job summary

Jefferis Holdings Pty Ltd T/A Savour Cafe in New Farm, QLD, is hiring a full-time Chef to lead breakfast and lunch preparation, menu planning and kitchen operations. You will ensure quality, food safety and efficient service in a busy café environment.

Join a collaborative team and contribute to seasonal menu ideas while developing your skills in cost control, stock management and staff training. The role suits an experienced Chef seeking stability and career growth in an established New Farm

Qualifications

• Certificate III and IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Experience as a Chef in a café/restaurant or busy kitchen.
• Strong practical cooking and food preparation skills.
• Experience across breakfast and lunch service.
• Knowledge of menu planning, portion control, food costing and stock management.
• Ability to maintain quality and presentation during busy services.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe storage.
• Ability to train junior kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop breakfast and lunch menu offerings with management, considering customer preferences and costs.
• Estimate ingredients, labour and control costs; manage wastage.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with suppliers for fresh produce.
• Prepare and cook a broad range of café dishes.
• Oversee service periods to ensure timely, quality meals.
• Ensure consistent plating, flavour and temperature across dishes.
• Coordinate with management and front‑of‑house staff for smooth service.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the kitchen.

Skills

Menu planning

Food preparation

Cooking

Quality control

Stock management

Food safety

Team collaboration

Staff training

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Jefferis Holdings Pty Ltd T/A Savour Cafe – New Farm QLD

Jefferis Holdings Pty Ltd T/A Savour Cafe

Jefferis Holdings Pty Ltd t/a Savour Cafe & Franc. Cafe is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join the team at Savour Cafe in New Farm on a full-time basis.

Savour Cafe offers an extensive café menu featuring freshly prepared breakfast and lunch dishes, alongside baked goods and beverages. Our kitchen caters to a varied customer base and requires consistent food quality, efficient preparation and strong organisation throughout busy service periods.

As Chef, you will be involved in all key aspects of kitchen operations, from menu planning, food preparation and cooking through to quality control, stock management and food safety. You will work closely with management and the wider café team to ensure dishes are prepared efficiently and presented consistently to Savour Cafe's standards.

Benefits

• Full-time, ongoing employment
• Competitive remuneration package
• Supportive and collaborative kitchen environment
• Opportunity to work across a diverse breakfast and lunch menu
• Develop your skills in menu planning and day-to-day kitchen operations
• Opportunity to contribute ideas for seasonal dishes and menu improvements

Jefferis Holdings Pty Ltd T/A Savour Cafe

Jefferis Holdings Pty Ltd t/a Savour Cafe & Franc. Cafe is seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join the team at Savour Cafe in New Farm on a full-time basis.

Savour Cafe offers an extensive café menu featuring freshly prepared breakfast and lunch dishes, alongside baked goods and beverages. Our kitchen caters to a varied customer base and requires consistent food quality, efficient preparation and strong organisation throughout busy service periods.

As Chef, you will be involved in all key aspects of kitchen operations, from menu planning, food preparation and cooking through to quality control, stock management and food safety. You will work closely with management and the wider café team to ensure dishes are prepared efficiently and presented consistently to Savour Cafe's standards.

Benefits

• Full-time, ongoing employment
• Competitive remuneration package
• Work in an established New Farm café
• Supportive and collaborative kitchen environment
• Opportunity to work across a diverse breakfast and lunch menu
• Develop your skills in menu planning and day-to-day kitchen operations
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to contribute ideas for seasonal dishes and menu improvements

Task & responsibilities

As a Chef at Savour Cafe, your key responsibilities will include:

Plan and develop breakfast and lunch menu offerings in consultation with management, taking into account customer preferences, seasonal ingredients, food costs and the operational requirements of the café.

Estimate ingredient, food and labour requirements for menu items and assist with controlling kitchen costs, portion sizes and wastage.

Monitor ingredient and stock levels, prepare kitchen orders and coordinate with approved suppliers to ensure fresh produce, proteins, dairy products and other kitchen supplies are available for service.

Prepare and cook a broad range of café dishes, including egg-based meals, breakfast items, burgers, salads and bowls, meat and vegetable dishes and other cooked-to-order menu items.

Oversee food preparation and cooking during service periods, ensuring meals are produced efficiently and in accordance with established recipes, portion requirements and presentation standards.

Check the quality, flavour, temperature, portioning and presentation of dishes throughout preparation and prior to service to maintain consistency across the menu.

Work closely with café management, kitchen staff and front‑of‑house employees to coordinate service and address issues relating to food preparation, dietary requirements, timing or customer requests.

Demonstrate appropriate cooking and preparation techniques to kitchen employees and provide guidance on recipes, portioning, plating and efficient work methods.

Maintain appropriate procedures for the storage, rotation, refrigeration, freezing and preservation of ingredients and prepared foods to protect freshness and minimise wastage.

Ensure kitchen employees consistently follow food safety, hygiene, sanitation and safe food‑handling procedures, including appropriate cleaning and storage practices.

Assist with the selection, induction and training of kitchen employees where required and support less experienced team members in developing appropriate food preparation and cooking skills.

Monitor kitchen workflow during busy breakfast and lunch periods, organise preparation priorities and coordinate kitchen duties to maintain efficient and timely service.

Cater for dietary requirements and menu variations, including vegetarian and gluten‑free options, while taking appropriate care in food preparation and ingredient handling.

Contribute to the development and improvement of recipes, menu items and presentation standards based on customer demand, seasonal availability and operational considerations.

Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment and ensure cooking equipment, preparation areas and utensils are used and maintained appropriately.

Qualification & experience

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

Certificate III and Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent relevant qualification.

Relevant experience working as a Chef in a café, restaurant or similarly busy commercial kitchen.

Strong practical cooking and food preparation skills.

Experience across breakfast and lunch service will be highly regarded.

Sound knowledge of menu planning, portion control, food costing and stock management.

Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation during busy service periods.

Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and safe food‑storage requirements.

Ability to work effectively as part of a kitchen and front‑of‑house team.

Strong organisational and time‑management skills.

Ability to train and provide practical guidance to junior kitchen employees.

A genuine commitment to producing high‑quality food and delivering a consistent customer experience.

About Company

Savour is fun, fresh, young, vibrant and modern. Our mission is to bring excitement to all of our customers by offering a truly unique experience in terms of flavour, design and service.

The café's menu combines classic and contemporary café dishes, with offerings including breakfast favourites, egg dishes, burgers, fresh vegetable‑based meals and other cooked‑to‑order options.

With a focus on freshly prepared food, variety and consistent service, Savour Cafe provides a busy and engaging environment for an experienced Chef who enjoys working across a diverse café menu.

This job is posted from Workinitiatives platform.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $80000-85000

Job Publish: 30-10-2026

Job Expire: 29-11-2026