Demi Chef – Daytime Café Kitchen, Growth & Stability

Colourful.Land Pty Ltd; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Personal leave

Superannuation

Supportive team culture

Daytime hours

Job summary

Colourful.Land Pty Ltd operates Rivermill Café on the Gold Coast hinterland, Mount Nathan. We are seeking a Demi Chef to join the culinary team in a permanent full-time position, hours 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, across café, functions and events.

You will work with the Head Chef and kitchen team to deliver consistently excellent food, lead a section, and contribute to menu development while maintaining high hygiene standards and positive team culture.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent trade qualification.
• Experience as a Demi Chef or Commis Chef in café/restaurant.
• Current Food Safety certificate or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to work under pressure during peak service.
• Reliable and flexible with rotating weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of café dishes, including breakfast items, lunch service, and daily specials to consistent quality standards.
• Take ownership of an assigned section, working under the direction of the Head Chef and senior kitchen staff.
• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards in accordance with food handling regulations and café protocols.
• Manage multiple cooking stations confidently during peak weekend and function service.
• Assist with mise en place, stock rotation, and preparation schedules.
• Collaborate with front‑of‑house staff to ensure timely delivery of meals and a seamless guest experience.
• Monitor food inventory, minimise wastage, and communicate stock requirements to the Head Chef.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen workspace and equipment.
• Adapt to menu changes, dietary requirements, and special requests whilst maintaining service flow.
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials.
• Support and mentor junior kitchen team members and contribute to a positive, collaborative kitchen culture.

Skills

Demi Chef experience

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Colourful.Land Pty Ltd operates Rivermill Café on the Gold Coast hinterland, Mount Nathan. We are seeking a Demi Chef to join the culinary team in a permanent full-time position, hours 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, across café, functions and events.

You will work with the Head Chef and kitchen team to deliver consistently excellent food, lead a section, and contribute to menu development while maintaining high hygiene standards and positive team culture.