Experienced Brunch Chef

Primo Trading Company Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time hours

Job summary

Primo Trading Company Limited is seeking a passionate Brunch Chef for a busy South Yarra brunch café, Melbourne. The role focuses on creating innovative brunch dishes, contributing to menu development, and maintaining high consistency in food quality.

You will uphold HACCP standards, ensure kitchen hygiene, and manage stock and waste during service periods. Flexible part-time shifts are available, with competitive hourly pay and opportunities to contribute creative ideas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a brunch café or similar kitchen environment.
• Food Safety Supervisor certification and HACCP knowledge.
• Ability to independently develop new dishes and contribute creative ideas.
• Strong understanding of modern Australian brunch cuisine.
• Excellent cooking and presentation skills.
• Reliable, organized, and able to work well in a team.
• Availability for rostered shifts between Tuesday and Sunday.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop and create innovative brunch dishes.
• Contribute to daily specials, seasonal dishes and ongoing menu development.
• Prepare and present high-quality food with consistency and attention to detail.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, HACCP compliance and kitchen hygiene.
• Manage food preparation, stock control and minimise food waste.
• Work efficiently and independently during busy service periods.

Skills

Brunch cooking

Menu development

Food safety

Kitchen hygiene

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Food Safety Supervisor certification

Job description

We are an exciting new brunch café located on one of South Yarra's busiest streets. We're looking for a passionate, experienced and creative Brunch Chef to join our growing team and help us create a fresh and exciting dining experience.

Key responsibilities

Independently develop and create innovative brunch dishes

Contribute to daily specials, seasonal dishes and ongoing menu development

Prepare and present high-quality food with consistency and attention to detail

Maintain high standards of food safety, HACCP compliance and kitchen hygiene

Manage food preparation, stock control and minimise food waste

Work efficiently and independently during busy service periods

About you

Minimum 2 years of experience in a brunch café or similar kitchen environment

Food Safety Supervisor certification and sound knowledge of HACCP principles and kitchen hygiene standards

Proven ability to independently develop new dishes and contribute creative menu ideas

Strong understanding of modern Australian brunch cuisine

Excellent cooking skills, food presentation and attention to detail

Reliable, organised and able to work well in a team

Availability for rostered shifts between Tuesday and Sunday

About us

We are an exciting new brunch café located on one of South Yarra's busiest streets.

Competitive hourly pay of $30-$35, depending on experience

Flexible part-time hours

Opportunity to contribute to menu development and bring your own creative ideas to life

Friendly and supportive working environment

Opportunity to grow with a new and exciting café