Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

7 days ago

Mount Annan, New South Wales, Australia Wild Dragonfly Cafe Full time $75,000 - $85,000 per year

THE GARDENS CAFE - MOUNT ANNAN

The Gardens Cafe is located within the Australian Botanic Gardens Mount Annan, is a family friendly cafe known for its beautiful surroundings, good food and service.

We currently have a rare opportunity available and are seeking an experienced Head Chef to join our friendly team.

The Role:

We are seeking a dynamic Head Chef who will efficiently manage the kitchen operations, with a high focus on quality, presentation & time efficiency.

Our kitchen shifts are from 7.30am until 3.30pm daily.

This is a full-time role requiring availability to work weekends and public holidays, with 2 days off during the week. There is potential to work an extra day should that be a preference, however it is not required.

Skills & experience

  • Self-disciplined team player with initiative
  • Organised and customer focused
  • Minimum 5 years' experience
  • Roster management experience
  • Oversee the WHS procedures
  • Manage and train the kitchen team
  • Trade certificate in commercial cookery
  • Food safety supervisor qualification

Requirements:

  • Strong attention to detail with a dedication to delivering excellence.
  • Ability to lead & manage kitchen staff.
  • Stock management, menu costings experience.
  • Menu development & creative input.
  • Solid understanding of food safety standards and awareness of current culinary trends.
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to stay organised and perform effectively in high-pressure environments.
  • Relevant culinary qualifications and hands-on kitchen experience.
  • Flexible availability, including weekends, and public holidays.
  • Full, unrestricted working rights in Australia.
  • Drivers licence as location is not near public transport.

Desirable:

  • Trade certificate in commercial cookery
  • NSW Food Safety Certificate
  • Food Safety Supervisor certification

If this role is of interest or you'd like to discuss the details further, please forward your resume and a covering letter to We'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Experience:

  • Chef: 5 years (Required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Full Driver Licence (Required)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Required)

Location:

  • Mount Annan NSW 2567 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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