Lead Italian Chef - Pasta, Pizza & Fine Dining

Job2Go Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Job2Go Pty Ltd in Melbourne, Australia seeks an experienced Chef to join their restaurant team. You will plan menus, cost dishes, supervise kitchen staff and ensure high standards of food quality, safety and presentation across lunch and dinner service.

The role requires Italian cooking expertise, a valid kitchen qualification and at least one year in a busy kitchen. The position offers full‑time hours in a vibrant dining venue with a focus on quality Italian fare.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher (or equivalent).
• At least 1 year of full-time chef experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Sound knowledge of Italian cooking methods (pasta, sauces, pizza).
• Strong food safety, hygiene and allergen practices.
• Ability to plan menus, cost dishes and lead a small team.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop menu items, daily specials and seasonal dishes.
• Prepare standard recipes, portion specifications and calculate dish costs.
• Estimate food and labour requirements and assist with kitchen rosters.
• Adapt dishes for dietary and allergen requirements.
• Prepare and cook Italian dishes including pasta, sauces, risotto and pizza.
• Run the line during lunch and dinner service, coordinating sections.
• Supervise and train cooks and kitchen hand; recruit and induct new staff.
• Monitor stock levels, orders, deliveries and food safety controls.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report faults or maintenance needs.

Skills

Menu planning

Menu costing

Food safety knowledge

English communication

Team leadership

Education

AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Hospitality

Job description

Job2Go Pty Ltd in Melbourne, Australia seeks an experienced Chef to join their restaurant team. You will plan menus, cost dishes, supervise kitchen staff and ensure high standards of food quality, safety and presentation across lunch and dinner service.

The role requires Italian cooking expertise, a valid kitchen qualification and at least one year in a busy kitchen. The position offers full‑time hours in a vibrant dining venue with a focus on quality Italian fare.