Chef

Cafe On The Hilltop; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Flexible rostering

Professional development

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

Cafe on the Hilltop in Ipswich, QLD, seeks a passionate Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. You will work with our Head Chef to prepare and present high-quality dishes, while upholding food safety standards.

Ideal candidates have formal culinary training or equivalent cafe experience, 3+ years cooking, and a strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety. Start ASAP with 6am–2:30pm shifts, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary training or equivalent hands-on experience in hospitality.
• 3+ years cooking in a fast-paced cafe environment.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP.
• Proficiency in a wide range of cooking techniques.
• Creative flair and passion for food.
• Reliable and flexible with shift patterns, including weekends.
• Current Food Safety Supervisor certification or willingness to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Manage food preparation stations and ensure equipment is cleaned and sanitized.
• Oversee stock rotation, inventory management and ordering of food supplies.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations, including HACCP principles.
• Ensure consistency in food quality and presentation.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety knowledge

Cooking techniques

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

Culinary training

Job description

Cafe on the Hilltop is seeking a passionate and skilled Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team on a full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise in a vibrant hospitality environment located in Ipswich, QLD. As Chef, you will work along side our Head Chef in delivering exceptional food and maintaining the highest standards of quality and presentation.

What you'll be doing

Preparing and cooking a variety of dishes according to recipes, presentation standards and nutritional requirements

Managing food preparation stations and ensuring all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and sanitized

Overseeing stock rotation, inventory management and ordering of food supplies

Ensure consistency in food quality and safety standards

Maintaining strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations, including HACCP principles

What we're looking for

Formal culinary training or equivalent hands-on experience as a Chef within the hospitality industry

Minimum of 3 years' professional cooking experience in a fast-paced cafe environment

Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, including current food safety certifications

Proficiency in a wide range of cooking techniques and the ability to prepare diverse cuisine styles

Creative flair and passion

Reliability and flexibility with shift patterns, including potential weekend

Current Food Safety Supervisor certification or willingness to obtain it is highly desirable

Start Asap

Hours 6am - 2.30pm Monday to Friday (with the occasional morning shift weekends)

What we offer

At Cafe on the Hilltop, we are committed to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace where culinary talent can thrive. We offer competitive wages commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our team enjoys a collaborative kitchen environment where creativity is encouraged and professional development is supported. Additional benefits include staff meals, flexible rostering where possible, and a positive workplace culture that values hard work and dedication.

About us

Cafe on the Hilltop is situated in the in Ipswich Hospital. We are dedicated to providing high-quality healthy food in a warm hospitality environment. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, sustainability and customer satisfaction. Our team is passionate about hospitality, and we foster a workplace culture built on respect.