Cafe Chef Wanted

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Manchester Press Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Position: Café Chef

Location: Melbourne, VIC

Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us:

Manchester Press Café is a café / restaurant in Melbourne's CBD, famous for its artisanal bagels, specialty coffee, and vibrant brunch menu. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality food with innovative flavors in a fast-paced, welcoming environment.

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Café / restaurant Chef to lead our kitchen team and ensure the consistent preparation of high-quality dishes. The ideal candidate is passionate about café-style cuisine, creative with menu development, and skilled in managing kitchen operations efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation & Cooking

  • Prepare and cook café-style dishes, including bagels, brunch plates, and specialty items.
  • Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation.
  • Maintain kitchen speed and efficiency during peak service hours.

Menu Development & Innovation

  • Work with management to update and refine the café's menu.
  • Introduce new seasonal dishes and creative bagel toppings.
  • Stay up to date with food trends and dietary preferences (e.g., vegan, gluten-free options).

Kitchen Management & Operations

  • Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service and efficiency.
  • Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a positive team culture.
  • Manage stock levels, place ingredient orders, and control food costs.

Food Safety & Hygiene

  • Follow food safety and hygiene regulations, including HACCP compliance.
  • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
  • Conduct regular kitchen inspections to ensure health and safety standards are met.

Collaboration & Communication

  • Work closely with front-of-house staff to ensure timely service.
  • Communicate effectively with suppliers to source fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Address customer feedback to improve food quality and service.

Skills & Experience Required:

Essential Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of café-style cuisine, brunch dishes, and bagel-based menus.
  • Proficiency in food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating.
  • Ability to manage a fast-paced kitchen with high customer turnover.
  • Leadership and team management skills to train and supervise staff.
  • Excellent time management, organization, and multitasking abilities.
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations and HACCP procedures.

Experience:

  • 2-3 years of experience in a café, brunch, or casual dining setting.
  • Prior experience as a Sous Chef, Head Chef, or Café Chef preferred.
  • Culinary qualification (Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery) is mandatory.
  • Food Safety Supervisor certification
  • Experience managing kitchen operations, stock control, and cost management.
  • Must have the right to work in Australia
  • Availability to work weekends and public holidays is essential
  • Ability to work early morning shifts (starting from 6:00 AM)

What We Offer:

Competitive salary based on experience

A dynamic and friendly work environment

Opportunities for career growth and menu development

Full time working hours

If you have a passion for café cuisine and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you

To Apply: Send your resume and a brief cover letter to or drop by Manchester Press Café.

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