Chef

Cafe Enzo; Pokolbin; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daytime shifts

Guaranteed holidays off

Stable full-time hours

Hunter Valley location

Job summary

Cafe Enzo in Pokolbin is seeking a full-time Chef to lead daytime breakfast and lunch services in a premium Hunter Valley venue. You’ll bring culinary precision, bold flavours, and a keen eye for plating as part of a tight-knit team.

Join a high-energy environment with guaranteed holidays off and stable, daytime hours, working closely with both kitchen and front-of-house staff to deliver memorable dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chef with Cert III in Commercial Cookery and proven cafe/restaurant experience.
• Thrives under pressure when breakfast and lunch rushes are on.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards.
• Excellent communication and teamwork with zero ego.

Responsibilities

• Run the Line: handle fast-paced breakfast and lunch with style and speed.
• Own the Plate: deliver precise, boldly flavoured dishes with great presentation.
• Kitchen Mastery: keep station clean, manage FIFO, reduce waste, uphold safety standards.
• Set the Energy: work closely with kitchen and front-of-house teams to maintain high energy.

Skills

Qualified Chef

Under pressure

Team Player

Food safety

Education

Cert III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

The Vibe

Located in the heart of Pokolbin wine country. We’re all about serving exceptional food, slinging killer coffee, and creating unforgettable dining experiences without burning out our crew.

Join the Enzo Crew: Full-Time Chef

What’s in It for You?

• Dream Roster: Pure daytime shifts—keep your evenings to yourself.

• Guaranteed Holidays Off: Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day OFF, guaranteed every single year.

• Full-Time Stability: Steady, reliable hours in a thriving, high-profile venue.

• Unbeatable Location: Work in a stunning Hunter Valley setting alongside a tight-knit, passionate team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Run the Line: Smash through fast-paced, high-volume breakfast and lunch services with style and speed.

• Own the Plate: Bring culinary precision, epic presentation, and bold flavours to every single dish.

• Kitchen Mastery: Keep your station spotless, master stock rotation (FIFO), cut down waste, and uphold strict Food Safety Standards.

• Set the Energy: Collaborate closely with both kitchen and front-of-house teams to maintain a high-energy, positive kitchen environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Trades & Experience: Qualified Chef (Cert III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent) with proven experience in busy cafes, restaurants.

• Cool Under Pressure: You thrive when the pass is stacked and the printer is buzzing.

• Food Safety Pro: Solid, practical knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards.

• Team Player: A sharp eye for detail, strong communication skills, and zero ego.

• Work Rights: Full Australian working rights required.