Lead Chef — Menu Mastery & Team Mentorship at Busy Café

Labour Support Group; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Queenie's Café in Mawson ACT is seeking a full-time Chef to lead day-to-day kitchen operations, plan and deliver the menu, and ensure consistent quality across all services. This is a hands-on role with real opportunities to grow within an established Australian café restaurant.

The role requires a Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or equivalent, at least 12 months of chef experience, and strong food safety, stock control, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated time management and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and organise the preparation and cooking for dining services.
• Estimate food and labour costs when planning menu items.
• Order supplies and monitor stock to ensure ingredients are available.
• Prepare and cook food following menu requirements and standards.
• Monitor dish quality from preparation to presentation.
• Discuss preparation and service issues with management and staff.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and train staff on procedures.
• Supervise kitchen staff and manage mise en place.
• Preserve foods to maintain quality and minimise waste.
• Enforce food hygiene and safety standards across areas.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Education

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Job description

Queenie's Café in Mawson ACT is seeking a full-time Chef to lead day-to-day kitchen operations, plan and deliver the menu, and ensure consistent quality across all services. This is a hands-on role with real opportunities to grow within an established Australian café restaurant.

The role requires a Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or equivalent, at least 12 months of chef experience, and strong food safety, stock control, and teamwork skills.