Head Chef/ Sous Chef

Head Chef/ Sous Chef - Exciting Café Opportunity – Mon - Sat Approx. $65-$80k (neg.) + Super

Join our dynamic team as the Head Chef of a recently established vibrant café, owned by well – known and respected industry operators. Lead a small kitchen team of approx. 4 full time/casual staff, crafting contemporary café fare with innovative specials. Take charge of menu development, catering and kitchen operations while enjoying autonomy in your role.

About Us:

• Recently established venue owned by renowned industry operators
• Café known for contemporary and creative dishes
• Small kitchen team of approximately 4 full-time and casual staff
• Open Mon-Sat, 7am-3pm, exploring expansion into Sundays, catering and private functions
• We focus on handcrafted/house made menu items and condiments such as fermenting, pickling, smoking and curing

Essentials:

• Highly Organised/ structured, conscientious with impeccable mise en place

• Systems and procedures oriented
• Flexible and open to collaboration
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Team Player
• No Ego
• Good Communicator
• Proficient in English with a commitment to a long-term role (minimum 1 year)

Role Highlights:

• 5 Day Roster including a weekend service
• Hands-on role (90% kitchen, 10% admin)
• Menu development, specials, and catering engineering
• Full autonomy over kitchen and catering operations
• Maintain COGs and KPIs
• Manage a small kitchen team
• Work in a vibrant Eastern Suburbs Café with experienced hospitality operators
• Parking available on weekends

Requirements:

• Qualified Chef with busy café background
• Minimum 10 years industry experience
• Stable work history (2-3 year stays preferred)
• Expertise in modern café menu development and financial acumen
• Baking experience is preferred but not essential

Working Hours:

• Must be available weekends
• 40-44 hours per week

Offer:

• Salary: $65- 80k + super (neg.) based on experience
• Opportunity to shape culinary offerings
• Be part of a respected team in a growing venture

If you're a passionate and experienced Chef ready to make a mark, apply now

• Looking for candidates available to work:
  • Monday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Friday: Morning, Afternoon
  • Saturday: Morning, Afternoon
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Work visa can be provided for this role
• Expected start date for role: 12 February 2024
• Expected salary: $65,000 - $80,000 per year