Chef

The A Team Kitchen; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Flexible roster

Competitive salary with superannuation

Job summary

A Team Kitchen Watsonia is seeking a full-time, creative Chef to join our busy café known for great food and specialty coffee. You will support the head chef, help run daily kitchen operations and contribute to menu development in line with seasonal ingredients.

The role requires at least 1 year in a similar position, a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, strong sanitation/OH&S knowledge, and weekend/public holiday flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year full-time experience in a similar role.
• Strong sanitation and OH&S knowledge required.
• Ability to produce high-quality dishes in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the head chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Review the menu periodically and propose new dishes based on seasonal ingredients.
• Calculate costs of new dishes and manage price changes.
• Oversee junior kitchen staff and ensure proper cooking techniques and portioning.
• Ensure hygiene standards and OH&S compliance in the kitchen.
• Monitor ingredient freshness and apply FIFO for stock rotation.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation & OH&S

Time management

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Join the team at A Team Kitchen Watsonia – a busy, popular café serving great food and specialty coffee

A Team Kitchen Cafe operated by RABIE HOSPITALITY WATSONIA PTY LTD, is a dynamic and vibrant venue that offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all types of patrons, from families to tradies and beyond. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality cuisine in a relaxed yet lively setting.

The Role:

We are looking for a full-time, creative Chef with a passion for fine cuisine to join our talented team. As part of your role, you will:

1. Support the head chef in the daily operations of the kitchen, taking over responsibilities during their absence.

2. Periodically review the menu and propose new dishes in line with seasonal ingredients.

3. Calculate the costs of new dishes and manage any price changes on the existing menu.

4. Oversee junior kitchen staff, ensuring they use proper cooking techniques, correct portioning, and maintain excellent dish presentation.

5. Ensure compliance with hygiene standards and Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) regulations within the kitchen.

6. Monitor the freshness of ingredients, adhering to the FIFO (First In, First Out) method for stock rotation. The Applicant: We are looking for someone who loves what they do.

You will need: 1. Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.

2. At least 1 year of full-time experience in a similar position.

3. Ability to produce high-quality dishes in a fast-paced environment.

4. Strong knowledge of sanitation and OH&S regulations.

5. Flexibility to work , weekends, and public holidays.

Benefits: 1. Competitive salary: superannuation.

2. Supportive and friendly team environment. If you’re passionate about cooking and ready to grow your career in a dynamic, supportive kitchen, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

• Staff meals and flexible roster with great working day hours