Chef

Chase Cafe; Wangaratta; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chase Café in Wangaratta is seeking an experienced full-time chef to join our team. The role covers breakfast and lunch service across 38 hours a week, with Saturdays on the roster and Sundays/public holidays off.

You will work daytime shifts with no night work and collaborate closely with the owner and FOH team. Your experience should include a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and at least three years in a busy kitchen, with strong prep, time management, and food safety skills.

Qualifications

• Hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• At least three years of commercial kitchen experience.
• Experience in a busy breakfast and lunch café is preferred.
• Capable of running kitchen service independently and maintaining quality.
• Strong preparation and time management skills.
• Calm and organised during busy service.
• Understand food safety and safe handling of allergies and dietary needs.
• Experience with stock control and minimising food waste.
• Clear communication with owner and front-of-house team.
• Have the right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast and lunch menu.
• Organise daily preparation and keep service running efficiently.
• Maintain consistent food quality and presentation.
• Assist with ordering and manage stock rotation to minimise food waste.
• Maintain a clean kitchen and follow food safety standards.
• Handle food allergies and dietary requirements safely.
• Work closely with the owner and front-of-house team.
• Contribute ideas for specials and seasonal menu changes.
• Prepare catering orders.

Skills

Breakfast and lunch preparation

Stock rotation

Food safety standards

Time management

Communication with owner/FOH

Calm under pressure

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Chase Café is seeking an experienced full-time chef to join our team in Wangaratta. This full-time role offers 38 hours over five days each week. Your roster will include Saturday and one weekday off. Enjoy daytime shifts with no night work. You will have Sundays and public holidays off.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook breakfast and lunch menu
• Organise daily preparation and keep service running efficiently
• Maintain consistent food quality and presentation
• Assist with ordering and manage stock rotation to minimise food waste
• Maintain a clean kitchen and follow food safety standards
• Handle food allergies and dietary requirements safely
• Work closely with the owner and front-of-house team
• Contribute ideas for specials and seasonal menu changes
• Prepare catering orders

About you

• Hold a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent qualification
• Have at least three years of commercial kitchen experience
• Experience in a busy breakfast and lunch café is preferred
• Be confident running kitchen service independently and maintaining consistent food quality
• Have strong preparation and time management skills
• Stay calm and organised during busy service
• Understand food safety requirements and the safe handling of food allergies and dietary needs
• Have experience with stock control and minimising food waste
• Communicate clearly and work well with the owner and front-of-house team
• Have the right to work in Australia

About us

Chase Café is a locally owned café with a small team. Your contribution matters, and we welcome your ideas.

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