Waterfront Chef – Grow Your Skills in a Busy Kitchen

Acqua Restaurant and Bar; Caloundra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stunning waterfront location

Full-time position

Job summary

Acqua Restaurant & Bar on the Caloundra waterfront is seeking a passionate Chef to join our busy kitchen team. The role emphasises high-quality cooking, team collaboration and consistent service in a well-established venue.

You will prepare and plate meals, maintain safety standards, assist with menu planning and support apprentices, all while contributing to a positive, energetic work atmosphere on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene.
• Able to work well in a busy service period.
• Reliable, hardworking and well presented.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking meals to a high standard.
• Checking ingredients and food quality.
• Using ovens, grills and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assisting with food preparation, plating and presentation.
• Preparing meals for dietary requirements when needed.
• Helping with food storage and stock rotation.
• Assisting our chefs with menu planning and food preparation.
• Supporting apprentices and other kitchen team members.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Acqua Restaurant & Bar on the Caloundra waterfront is seeking a passionate Chef to join our busy kitchen team. The role emphasises high-quality cooking, team collaboration and consistent service in a well-established venue.

You will prepare and plate meals, maintain safety standards, assist with menu planning and support apprentices, all while contributing to a positive, energetic work atmosphere on site.