Cook
1 week ago
Expression of Interest – Cook / Operator for Café & Kitchen
Opportunity: Lease or rent the kitchen and café
Location: [Insert venue name – e.g., Royal Hotel, Yeoval NSW]
Type: Contractor / Operator Agreement
About the Opportunity
We're seeking an experienced and motivated Cook or Café Operator to run our fully equipped kitchen and café under a rental or lease arrangement.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled cook or small business operator to manage their own food service business within an established venue.
The successful applicant will take responsibility for daily operations, menu design, purchasing, staffing (if required), and compliance — while benefiting from an existing customer base and support from the venue team.
What's Included
Use of a fully equipped commercial kitchen and café service area.
Access to dining spaces and customer traffic from the hotel/venue.
Utilities, cleaning arrangements, and terms negotiated in agreement.
Potential to cater for hotel guests, events, and local trade.
Your Responsibilities
Operate the kitchen and café as your own business under agreed terms.
Provide consistent, high-quality meals and café service.
Manage food preparation, menu creation, stock control, and pricing.
Ensure all food safety and compliance obligations are met.
Maintain cleanliness and professional presentation of kitchen and café areas.
Work cooperatively with venue management to align service hours and promotions.
Ideal Candidate
Experienced cook or chef ready to operate independently.
Demonstrated ability to manage kitchen operations or small café.
Holds necessary Food Safety Supervisor certification.
Strong customer service focus and pride in presentation.
Business-minded with good organisational and budgeting skills.
Reliable, proactive, and community-oriented.
We Offer
Affordable rental terms for the right operator.
Established customer flow from hotel and local community.
Supportive venue management and partnership approach.
Freedom to create your own menu and build your brand.
How to Apply
Send your expression of interest including:
Brief business concept or menu outline,
Summary of experience, and
Availability to commence.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $28,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free drinks
- Free food
Work Location: In person
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