Chef / Cook – Sacca’s Fine Foods (Northern Suburbs)

Sacca's Fine Foods; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual & Part Time roles

Job summary

Sacca’s Fine Foods is recruiting skilled Chefs and Cooks for our Northern Suburbs store. You’ll join a busy kitchen delivering fresh, high-quality meals to customers with speed and consistency.

Responsibilities cover prep, cooking, plating and stock control, while upholding food safety and cleanliness across shifts. Previous kitchen experience and a positive attitude are valued.

Qualifications

• Strong time management and the ability to work under pressure.
• Team player with excellent communication skills.
• Thorough understanding of food hygiene and OH&S practices.
• Proactive, energetic attitude and reliability.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends and across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking a variety of menu items to a high standard.
• Following recipes and portion guidelines accurately.
• Ensuring efficient stock usage and minimising wastage.
• Operating kitchen machinery safely.
• Maintaining clean, compliant kitchen areas with OH&S and Food Safety standards.
• Managing mise en place and prep for service periods.
• Collaborating with FOH and BOH to deliver a great customer experience.

Skills

Time management

Team player

Communication skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Chef / Cook – Sacca’s Fine Foods (Northern Suburbs)

Chef / Cook – Sacca’s Fine Foods (Northen Suburbs)
Sacca’s Fine Foods | Casual & Part Time roles available

Sacca’s Fine Foods is growing — and we’re looking for experienced, passionate Chefs and Cooks to join our kitchen teamlocated in Northern Suburbs.

Our exciting new store concept is a one-of-a-kind food destination, featuring everything from an espresso bar and bakery, butcher and fresh produce— all open 7 days a week. We’re building something special, and we want skilled, energetic team members who are excited to be part of it from day one.

About the Role:

As a Chef or Cook at Sacca’s Fine Foods, you'll be part of a dynamic kitchen team focused on delivering consistently fresh, high-quality meals to our customers — fast. We offer a diverse menu, blending modern café classics with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

You’ll be involved in every part of the kitchen operation — from prep to plating — with a strong focus on speed, accuracy, food safety, and cleanliness.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Preparing and cooking a variety of menu items to a high standard
• Following recipes and portion guidelines accurately
• Ensuring efficient use of stock and minimising food wastage
• Operating kitchen machinery and equipment safely
• Keeping kitchen areas clean, organised, and compliant with all OH&S and Food Safety standards
• Managing food prep and mise en place for service periods
• Working with a sense of urgency and maintaining accuracy during busy shifts
• Assisting with receiving and storing stock deliveries
• Performing occasional heavy lifting as needed
• Collaborating with FOH and BOH staff to deliver an outstanding customer experience

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong time management and the ability to work under pressure
• A team player with excellent communication skills
• Thorough understanding of food hygiene and OH&S practices
• A proactive, energetic, and positive attitude
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and across various shifts
• Ability to multitask and take initiative in a fast-paced environment
• Reliability and a strong work ethic
• Trade qualifications (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or similar) are highly regarded but not essential

Why Work With Us?

At Sacca’s Fine Foods, we’re more than just a store — we’re a family business with deep community roots, and we’re proud to offer a fresh, modern workplace for our team. Our store is a one-stop destination that’s changing the game in food retail and hospitality, and this is your opportunity to be part of something truly innovative.

We’re passionate about great food, great service, and great people — and we’re looking for chefs and cooks who share that passion.