Description

Experienced Cafe Cook / Chef - Full-Time or Part-Time in Templestowe Lower

This position can only have sponsor opputunity from late 2027, Shift hour can start as early as 7:30am, please check location and above condition before apply. Job Ready might able to offer.

We are looking for an experienced Cook / Chef to join our growing cafe team.

We specialise in health-conscious food, gluten-free, low-carb and diabetes-friendly meals, with a strong focus on quality ingredients, presentation and creating dishes that are a little different from the usual cafe menu.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will be working across our breakfast and brunch service, with some dinner service depending on your roster.

This role suits someone who is quick, organised, reliable and genuinely takes pride in the food they send out.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Preparing and presenting breakfast and brunch dishes
• Learning our signature house recipes and plating standards
• Working efficiently during busy service
• Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards
• Managing prep and anticipating what the kitchen needs before service
• Working closely with the rest of the kitchen team
• Assisting with stock control and reducing unnecessary waste
• Contributing ideas for new dishes and menu development

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Ideally, you will have:

• At least 2 years of cooking experience, preferably in a busy cafe, brunch venue or restaurant
• Good speed and organisation during service
• Strong attention to presentation and consistency
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• The ability to follow recipes, systems and instructions
• Good communication and teamwork
• Food safety knowledge
• Reliability and a professional approach to work
• Australian work rights

Experience with gluten-free, low-carb or health-focused cooking is a bonus, but not essential.

More importantly, we are looking for someone who is adaptable, willing to learn and interested in becoming a long-term part of the team.

TRADING HOURS AND ROSTER

We operate 7 days a week for breakfast and brunch, with dinner service from Thursday to Saturday.

Applicants must be available for a rotating roster, including some weekends.

PAY

Competitive pay based on experience, skills, employment type and agreed hours.

If you enjoy working in a fast-paced kitchen, care about the quality of the food you serve and want to grow with a developing hospitality business, we would love to hear from you.