▷ [11/10/2025] Chef

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Café Chef to join our growing team on a full-time basis (38 hours per week). The successful candidate will be responsible for managing daily kitchen operations, upholding exceptional food quality and presentation standards, and contributing to the creation and improvement of seasonal menus.

Benefits

- Be part of a growing, supportive, and professional kitchen team committed to quality and innovation.
- Enjoy stable, full-time employment with a reputable and community-focused local café in Marion, South Australia.
- Showcase your creativity by contributing to menu development, seasonal specials, and modern café-style dishes.
- Work in a friendly and collaborative environment that values teamwork, respect, and work-life balance.
- Benefit from consistent hours and a secure income, with an annual salary between $70,000–$80,000 plus superannuation (based on experience).
- Access opportunities for career growth and professional development within an expanding hospitality business.
- Gain hands-on experience with fresh local produce and contemporary café dining trends.
- Join a workplace that prioritises safety, inclusivity, and employee well-being.

Task & Responsibilities

- Plan, prepare, and cook high-quality café-style meals including breakfast, lunch, and speciality items, ensuring consistency in flavour, presentation, and portion size.
- Design and implement seasonal menus and daily specials featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients that reflect modern café trends and customer preferences.
- Supervise and coordinate all kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking schedules, ordering, stock rotation, and supplier management.
- Monitor food costs, portion control, and wastage to achieve budgetary and cost-efficiency targets.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace health regulations, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment in line with HACCP and Safe Food Australia standards.
- Train, mentor, and support junior kitchen staff to uphold kitchen standards, consistency, and team efficiency.
- Collaborate closely with management to maintain and enhance Elly Café’s reputation for quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including menu development, kitchen workflow optimisation, and customer feedback integration.

Qualification & Experience

- Minimum 2 years of proven experience as a Chef, ideally within a café or casual dining environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate kitchen operations efficiently, ensuring smooth day-to-day service.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff.
- Proven ability to maintain food quality, hygiene, and safety standards consistent with HACCP and Safe Food Australia guidelines.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a professional and customer-focused hospitality team.

About Company

Elly Café, located in the heart of Marion, is a well-established and much-loved local café renowned for its premium coffee, freshly prepared meals, and inviting atmosphere. We take pride in offering a modern café menu that combines classic Australian favourites with creative, seasonal dishes. Supported by a strong and loyal customer base, Elly Café remains dedicated to delivering consistent quality, great flavour, and outstanding customer service in every dining experience.

Salary: $70,000-$80,000

Job Published: 07-10-2025

Job Expires: 06-11-2025

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