Head Chef

Simons cafe; Windsor, Richmond; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon’s Cafe in Windsor, NSW is hiring a full-time Head Chef to lead the café kitchen operations. The role requires 4 years of relevant Head Chef experience and a rotating seven-day roster.

You will develop menus, maintain food quality and hygiene, lead kitchen staff, manage inventory, and collaborate with front-of-house to ensure smooth service. Australian work rights required.

Schedule includes day and morning shifts with pay between $81,000 and $85,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Proven Head Chef experience in a cafe.
• Strong leadership and team management.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen best practices.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update seasonal menus, daily specials, and recipe standards.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure consistent food quality and presentation.
• Lead, train, and schedule kitchen staff.
• Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and control costs.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and equipment functionality.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Quality standards

Communication

Job description

Simon's Cafe is hiring a Full time Head Chef role in Windsor, NSW.

Job summary:

4 year of relevant work experience required for this role as Head Chef.

Full time hours Mon to Sunday.

Working rights required for this role

What We’re Looking For:

- A skilled Head chef with a love for crafting delicious, quality dishes.

- Ability to work efficiently in a team setting.

- Full-time position with a rotating roster.

- 7-day availability required.

We are seeking an experienced and creative Head Chef to lead our café kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for menu development, food quality, team leadership, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and efficiency in a fast-paced café environment.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and update seasonal menus, daily specials, and recipe standards.

Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure consistent food quality and presentation.

Lead, train, and schedule kitchen staff to maintain high performance.

Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and control food costs.

Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.

Maintain kitchen cleanliness, organization, and equipment functionality.

Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth and timely service.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Head Chef in a café.

Strong leadership and team management skills.

Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen best practices.

Ability to work efficiently under pressure.

Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $81000 – $85000 per year

Schedule:

Day shift

Morning shift

Experience:

Head Chef cafe : 4 year

Work Authorisation:

Australia (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

Head Chef: 4 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:

Australia (Preferred)