Chefs ( Full time)

Job Q; Yass Valley; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Café Dolcetto, operated by VIP Catering Pty Ltd, is seeking qualified Chefs for a full-time role in Yass, NSW. The successful candidate will cook and present high-quality dishes across breakfast, lunch and dinner, contribute to menu planning, and manage stock, costing and food safety in a busy café setting.

Experience in modern Australian, Western, Indian, Italian and Sri Lankan cuisines is preferred. Strong teamwork and ability to work under time pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Commercial Cookery (or similar qualification).
• Hands-on experience in breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
• Experience in café settings and ability to deliver high quality meals quickly.
• Good communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
• Hands-on preparation across multiple cuisines and menu items.
• Assist with ordering, stock control and inventory management.
• Plan seasonal menus and manage food costing to maintain profitability.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene standards in line with Australian regulations.
• Coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house teams for smooth service.

Skills

Breakfast service

Lunch service

Dinner service

English communication

Education

Diploma in Commercial Cookery

Job description

#### Chefs ( Full time)Yass, NSW 2582Full Time#### Job descriptionFull job descriptionVIP Immigration – Proudly assisting Café Dolcetto, trading under VIP Catering Pty Ltd.VIP Immigration is a recruitment company with over 10 years of service. We are currently seeking qualified Chefs to join Café Dolcetto in Yass, NSW.Hands-on Chefs required with experience across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. The successful candidate would have experience working in café settings and have the ability to deliver high quality meals within a short time. The candidates would be skilled in a range of cuisines including Modern Australian, Western, Italian, Sri Lankan, and Indian, and are adapted to working in a small commercial kitchen. Responsibilities include cooking and plating, along with ordering, stock control, seasonal menu planning, and food costing to maintain quality and efficiency.About the BusinessCafé Dolcetto, operated by VIP Catering Pty Ltd, is a contemporary café and dining venue focused on delivering high-quality food and excellent customer service. The business prides itself on consistency, fresh ingredients, and maintaining professional kitchen standards.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner serviceHands-on preparation of a range of cuisines including modern Australian, Western, Indian, Italian and Sri Lankan menu itemsEnsure food quality, portion control, and presentation meet business standardsAssist with daily kitchen operations and service preparationMaintain food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards in accordance with Australian regulationsMonitor stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory controlWork collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth serviceComply with workplace health and safety procedures at all timesPlan and update seasonal menus based on availability and customer demandManage food costing, portion control, and minimize waste to maintain profitabilitySupervise and support kitchen staff when required to ensure efficient operationsCoordinate with suppliers and manage ordering to maintain stock levels.Qualifications, Skills & Experience RequiredDiploma in Commercial Cookery (or similar qualification)Minimum 1–2 years’ experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchenHands-on experience in breakfast, lunch and dinner serviceIn depth understanding of , and proven ability to meet, the particular challenges of working in a café setting, namely:o able to produce a large number of fresh quality meals during the very intense but short breakfast and lunch rush periods;o able to work at speed, managing multiple orders simultaneously;o able to prioritise tasks effectively;o able to manage various meal modifications; ando able to work efficiently in a limited kitchen space.Proven experience in modern Australian, Western, Indian and Italian cuisine for lunch and dinnerAbility to prepare Sri Lankan dishes would be well regardedGood communication skills in EnglishFlexible availability, including early hours, weekends and public holidaysReliable, professional, and team-oriented approach to workPosition DetailsFull-time, permanent positionLocation: Café Dolcetto, Yass, NSWSalary: AU$79,500 – AU$88,000 per annum (based on skills and experience) + superannuationHow to Apply For more information, including a full position description, please contact:To apply, please send your CV and relevant documents to the above email address.Application DetailsAdvertisement Posted: 24 October 2026Applications Close: 22 November 2026Login is optional, you may send application via email