Chefs and Cooks

We are seeking an experienced Café Chef to join a professional daytime kitchen team in New South Wales.

This opportunity is suited to a chef who takes pride in producing fresh, flavour-driven café food with excellent consistency, presentation and attention to detail. You will work in a busy breakfast and lunch environment where quality ingredients, strong kitchen standards and creative contribution are highly valued.

The role offers the opportunity to contribute ideas to seasonal dishes and menu development while working alongside an experienced kitchen team. With a growing hospitality business, there is genuine potential for career progression into senior kitchen and leadership positions.

Sponsorship is available for the right candidate who meets the relevant experience, role and eligibility requirements.

This is a daytime hospitality opportunity with no late-night service, making it an attractive option for chefs seeking professional kitchen experience alongside a more structured working schedule.

• Prepare and cook high-quality café, breakfast and daytime dishes
• Maintain consistent food quality, flavour, portioning and presentation
• Execute dishes efficiently during busy breakfast and lunch services
• Work closely with senior kitchen staff and other members of the kitchen team
• Contribute creative ideas for specials, seasonal dishes and menu development
• Assist with improving kitchen procedures, systems and service efficiency
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness
• Monitor stock levels and assist with inventory management
• Minimise food waste through effective preparation, storage and portion control
• Maintain an organised and clean workstation throughout service
• Support and mentor junior or developing kitchen team members
• Communicate effectively with colleagues to maintain smooth kitchen operations
• Remain calm, organised and focused during high-volume service periods
• Take ownership of tasks and proactively identify solutions to kitchen challenges
• Contribute to a positive, respectful and team-focused workplace culture
• Maintain strong attention to detail across food preparation and service
• Apply feedback professionally and continuously develop culinary skills

• Minimum 3 years of professional chef experience
• Relevant experience in café, breakfast or daytime restaurant kitchens
• Strong ability to work efficiently in a high-volume kitchen environment
• Good understanding of flavour, seasoning and food balance
• Strong food preparation and organisational skills
• High standards of food presentation and consistency
• Genuine appreciation for quality produce and fresh ingredients
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities during busy service
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable, punctual and professionally presented
• Willingness to contribute ideas and participate in menu development
• Ability to receive feedback and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement
• Experience with bread, baking or pastry will be highly regarded
• Availability to work weekends when rostered
• Availability to work public holidays when required
• Ability to commence shifts from approximately 6:00am when required
• Reliable transport and ability to consistently attend early morning shifts
• Applicants must currently be based in Sydney

Sponsorship available for an eligible and suitable candidate.