CHIOSCO | Pasta Chef

CASUAL PASTA CHEF – CHIOSCO BY ORMEGGIO

Join a vibrant waterfront trattoria backed by a Two-Hatted team.

Chiosco by Ormeggio, situated at d'Albora Marina in Mosman, is a thriving Italian trattoria known for its classic cuisine and relaxed, BYO-friendly atmosphere. Proudly run by the highly esteemed Two-Hatted Ormeggio team, we are currently seeking a talented Chef de Partie eager to grow and advance their career in a fast-paced, supportive kitchen environment.

Our venue operates seven days a week and offers à la carte service, group events, takeaway options from our kiosk, and boat catering packages. As a Chef de Partie at Chiosco, you can expect a variety of working hours, including weekends.

What We're Looking For:

• Full Australian working rights
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role
• Formal cooking qualification
• Strong verbal communication skills in English
• Experience with Italian cuisine essential
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and thrive in a team
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and contribute
• Excellent attention to detail
• A passion for food and delivering outstanding customer experiences
• Completion of NSW Food Handlers course

Highly Regarded Skills & Qualifications:

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Experience on the hot/grill section
• Expertise in pasta fresca
• Experience with Italian seafood preparation

Key Responsibilities:

• Consistently high-quality food preparation and cooking
• Support with menu planning, recipe development, training, and implementation
• Maintain cost control and kitchen efficiency within budget

What We Offer:

• Work-life balance focus
• Fair share of tips
• Career growth within Maestro Hospitality Group
• Competitive pay above the Restaurant Industry Award + Superannuation
• Staff discounts across Maestro venues

Ready to join the Chiosco team?

Submit your application and a short introduction to:

Job Types: Full-time, Casual

Pay: $32.31 – $62.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free drinks
• Free food

Application Question(s):

• Have you completed a formal cooking qualification?

(Yes / No – please specify the qualification and institution)

• How many years of experience do you have in a similar role (e.g. Chef de Partie or higher)?

(Please specify)

• Do you have experience working in a kitchen focused on Italian cuisine?

(Yes / No – please provide details)

• Do you have experience in:

Pasta making?

Grill/hot section?

Seafood preparation?

• What sections of the kitchen are you most confident working in?

(e.g., pasta, grill, pans, larder, pastry)

• Are you available to work nights, weekends, and public holidays?

(Yes / No – please specify any restrictions)

• Why are you interested in joining the team at Chiosco by Ormeggio?

(Open-ended)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person