Cook

Some Cafe; Collector; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Some Cafe in Collector, NSW is seeking a Cook/Chef to join our busy country cafe. You will prepare high-quality dishes, maintain hygiene, and contribute to menu development with fresh ingredients.

The role suits someone with 1–2 years experience, a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, and the ability to work calmly under pressure in a small team. Regular morning to early afternoon hours are available.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work well in a small team.
• Able to multitask in a busy cafe environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen hygiene and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Select fresh ingredients and inspect foodstuffs for quality and freshness.
• Prepare and cook a variety of cafe-style dishes per menu and seasonal offerings.
• Adjust seasoning, plating, and presentation to meet standards.
• Maintain food safety and hygiene in all kitchen work.
• Cater to dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, allergies).
• Portion and plate food attractively while managing time and workflow.
• Assist with stock control, ordering, and estimating supply needs.
• Support and train kitchen staff/apprentices as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

About Us

Some Cafe is a country cafe, open seven days a week from 8am to 2pm, located in the heart of Collector, NSW. Alongside our cafe menu, we offer jams, honeys, merch, and other small goods online. We are passionate about fresh, wholesome food, community atmosphere, and delivering outstanding customer service.

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced, creative, and reliable Cook / Chef to join our team. The right candidate will be comfortable in a busy cafe environment, producing high-quality dishes, maintaining hygiene standards, and contributing to menu development and prep.

Key Responsibilities

1. Select fresh ingredients and inspect foodstuffs for quality and freshness.
2. Prepare and cook a variety of café-style dishes per our menu and seasonal offerings.
3. Adjust seasoning, plating, and presentation to meet our standards.
4. Maintain food safety and hygiene in all aspects of kitchen work.
5. Cater to special dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, allergies).
6. Portion and plate food attractively while managing time and workflow efficiency.
7. Assist with stock control, ordering, and estimating supply needs.
8. Support and train kitchen staff/apprentices as needed.

Skills & Qualifications

1. Certificate III (or higher) in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
2. Minimum 1-2 years experience in a similar cook/chef role.
3. Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen operations.
4. Ability to multitask and work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
5. Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in a small team.

Why Join Some Cafe?

1. Be part of a tight-knit, community-driven cafe known for quality and creativity.
2. Regular morning to early afternoon hours, stable schedule.
3. Opportunity to contribute ideas to the menu and work with fresh ingredients.
4. Work in a beautiful rural setting with loyal customers and supportive colleagues.