Culinary Lead: High-Volume Kitchen & Mentoring

Wildflower Cafe; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wildflower Macarthur is seeking an energetic and committed Chef to join our team at Macarthur Square, Campbelltown. This full-time role demands strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will prepare high-quality meals, manage kitchen operations, ensure HACCP compliance, monitor stock and waste, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with front-of-house.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
• Minimum two years of experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and safety standards (HACCP).
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to restaurant standards.
• Ensure food presentation and quality meet company expectations.
• Monitor inventory and minimise waste.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Work collaboratively with the kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, when needed.
• Adhere to occupational health and safety guidelines.

Job description

Wildflower Macarthur is seeking an energetic and committed Chef to join our team at Macarthur Square, Campbelltown. This full-time role demands strong culinary skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen.

You will prepare high-quality meals, manage kitchen operations, ensure HACCP compliance, monitor stock and waste, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with front-of-house.