Chef

PRODUCTION 67 PTY LTD; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary of $80,000 + Super

Full-time, stable employment

Busy and supportive kitchen team

Opportunity to develop culinary skills

Job summary

Melissa Oakleigh Cafe, operated by Production 67 Pty Ltd, is seeking a skilled cook to prepare and cook a variety of dishes in line with menu, recipes and quality standards. You will maintain food quality and presentation while coordinating daily kitchen preparation for fast-paced service.

The role requires a Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery and experience in a commercial kitchen. Competitive salary with superannuation, full-time stability, and opportunities to enhance culinary skills

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Sound knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy restaurant environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, season and cook a variety of dishes in accordance with the established menu and recipes.
• Plan and organise daily food preparation to ensure readiness for service.
• Prepare and cook meats, seafood, vegetables, sauces and other menu items.
• Monitor food quality, taste, portion sizes and presentation.
• Ensure dishes are prepared and served consistently within required service times.
• Contribute to menu planning and development, including creating and refining dishes to meet customer preferences and business requirements.
• Monitor ingredient freshness, stock rotation and food wastage.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen areas and equipment.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and kitchen team to maintain smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes in accordance with the cafe’s menu, recipes and quality standards. The role involves maintaining food quality and presentation, coordinating daily kitchen preparation and ensuring efficient kitchen operations in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $80,000 + Superannuation.
• Opportunity to work in a busy and supportive kitchen team.
• Opportunity to develop culinary skills and experience.

PRODUCTION 67 PTY LTD

The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of dishes in accordance with the cafe’s menu, recipes and quality standards. The role involves maintaining food quality and presentation, coordinating daily kitchen preparation and ensuring efficient kitchen operations in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $80,000 + Superannuation.
• Full-time, stable employment.
• Opportunity to work in a busy and supportive kitchen team.
• Opportunity to develop culinary skills and experience.

Task & responsibilities

• Prepare, season and cook a variety of dishes in accordance with the established menu and recipes.
• Plan and organise daily food preparation to ensure readiness for service.
• Prepare and cook meats, seafood, vegetables, sauces and other menu items.
• Monitor food quality, taste, portion sizes and presentation.
• Ensure dishes are prepared and served consistently within required service times.
• Contribute to menu planning and development, including creating and refining dishes to meet customer preferences and business requirements.
• Monitor ingredient freshness, stock rotation and food wastage.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen areas and equipment.
• Follow food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Work collaboratively with the Head Chef and kitchen team to maintain smooth kitchen operations.

Qualification & experience

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience working as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Sound knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Ability to maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy restaurant environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

About Company

Melissa Oakleigh Cafe, operated by Production 67 Pty Ltd is a hospitality business located in Oakleigh, Victoria. The cafe specialises in traditional Greek cuisine complemented by modern culinary techniques and influences. It is committed to providing quality meals, consistent food standards and welcoming dining experiences for its customers.

Work Type: Full time

Salary: $80000-80000

Job Publish: 12-11-2026

Job Expire: 12-12-2026