Chef

Georges City Beach; Perth; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Georges City Beach in City Beach, WA, is seeking an experienced Chef for full-time supervision of a busy café kitchen. You will design menus reflecting seasonal availability, manage kitchen staff, and ensure top quality meals with strong cost control.

Eligible applicants will have a relevant AQF qualification or 3 years of experience, with evidence of leadership, menu development, and food safety knowledge. Salary $78,000–$85,000 plus super, full-time on-site role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant industry experience.
• Proven experience in a commercial kitchen or café environment with strong knowledge of modern cooking techniques.
• Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and develop menus and recipes reflecting the café style and customer preferences.
• Supervise and coordinate chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff for smooth operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Oversee inventory, portion and cost control to achieve financial efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure food safety, HACCP, and hygiene compliance across prep and service.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff to improve performance and consistency.
• Manage kitchen logistics, scheduling, and timely delivery of meals and catering services.
• Recruitment and onboarding of kitchen personnel to maintain a skilled team.
• Innovate and introduce new dishes or specials to enhance offerings.

Skills

Modern cooking techniques

Commercial kitchen experience

Education

AQF Associate degree

Advance Diploma

Diploma

Job description

Georges City Beach, located at City Beach, WA for last 20 years. They provide sit down full-service cooked meals for breakfast and lunch, including a burger service for lunch. Sandwich cabinets and pastry cabinets available with both takeaway and in house services. They are well known in local community and by tourists visiting the area.

Currently, they have a vacancy for an experienced and skilled Chef for full-time.

Eligibility Criteria:

• AQF Associate degree, Advance Diploma or Diploma or 3 years of full-time experience as chef to replace the formal qualification.
• At least one year of relevant experience in industry in a similar position.
• You must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent resident for this position.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

While your day-to-day responsibilities may vary, your primary duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan, design, and develop menus and recipes that reflect the café’s style, seasonal availability, and customer preferences.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation at all stages of preparation and service.
• Oversee inventory management, portion control, and cost control to achieve financial efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure all food preparation areas comply with hygiene, sanitation, and workplace health and safety regulations.
• Train, mentor, and support kitchen staff to enhance performance, maintain consistency, and promote professional development.
• Manage kitchen logistics, including scheduling, workflow organisation, and timely delivery of meals and catering services.
• Oversee the recruitment and onboarding of kitchen personnel to maintain a skilled and cohesive team.
• Innovate and introduce new dishes or specials to enhance the café’s offerings and customer experience.

Other Requirements:

• Proven experience in a commercial kitchen or café environment with strong knowledge of modern cooking techniques.
• Sound understanding of menu planning, cost control, and kitchen operations.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills in fast-paced kitchen settings.
• Ability to maintain quality under pressure and manage multiple orders simultaneously.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and hygiene requirements.

Salary - $78,000 - $85,000 plus super

Only eligible and short-listed applicants will be considered.