Premium Italian Kitchen Chef — Visa Sponsorship

Employer Sponsored Jobs; Mosman Junction; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

BuildRight Construction AU in NSW is seeking chefs who can demonstrate genuine commercial kitchen experience, strong technical foundations and a commitment to developing their craft for a premium Italian hospitality group.

You will work in a high-standard Italian kitchen handling seafood, premium meats, fresh pasta and seasonal Australian produce, with opportunities to learn and contribute to menu development.

Qualifications

• Relevant hospitality or commercial cookery qualification, preferably Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
• Approximately 1-3 years of commercial kitchen experience.
• Demonstrable and verifiable professional kitchen experience.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a professional kitchen brigade.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain consistency and quality during busy services.
• Professional approach to workplace responsibilities.
• Genuine interest in Italian cuisine and culinary development.
• Willingness to learn new techniques and work with premium ingredients.
• Previous fine-dining, hatted or premium restaurant experience is highly regarded.
• Fresh pasta preparation experience is highly regarded.
• Seafood preparation and cookery experience is highly regarded.
• Experience with premium meat and seasonal produce is highly regarded.
• Candidates must be able to provide appropriate evidence supporting their qualifications and professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain high standards across an allocated kitchen section.
• Prepare and execute Italian dishes with consistency, precision and attention to detail.
• Work with seafood, premium meats, fresh pasta and seasonal Australian produce.
• Follow established recipes, preparation methods and presentation standards.
• Assist with menu development, tastings and seasonal menu changes.
• Complete preparation efficiently to support smooth kitchen operations and service.
• Maintain portion control, food quality and presentation standards.
• Work closely with senior chefs and the wider kitchen brigade.
• Support junior team members and contribute to a positive kitchen environment.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and workplace cleanliness requirements.
• Perform effectively during busy and high-pressure service periods.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement in culinary techniques and kitchen performance.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Italian cuisine

Fresh pasta

Seafood prep

Meat prep

Seasonal produce

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

BuildRight Construction AU in NSW is seeking chefs who can demonstrate genuine commercial kitchen experience, strong technical foundations and a commitment to developing their craft for a premium Italian hospitality group.

You will work in a high-standard Italian kitchen handling seafood, premium meats, fresh pasta and seasonal Australian produce, with opportunities to learn and contribute to menu development.