European Chef

Are you passionate about European flavours, deli meats, rustic pizzas, and running a venue with true ownership?

We're looking for a hands-on European Chef / Deli Manager to lead our deli and pizza offering at Oxley Village Markets and Papa Lugi's - someone who loves great food, vibrant hospitality, and taking charge of a bustling, community-focused space.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy crafting beautiful food, and want the freedom to help shape menus and operations, this role is for you.

Kitchen & Food Responsibilities

• Preparing and slicing European deli meats, cheeses, antipasti, and specialty products
• Making pizzas and creating classic + creative European-inspired menu items
• Contributing to menu development and weekly specials
• Maintaining kitchen standards, food safety, and quality control
• Ensuring all food leaving the pass is consistent, delicious, and beautifully presented

Leadership & Venue Management

• Taking ownership of day-to-day operations across the deli and pizza departments
• Overseeing and training restaurant and deli staff
• Managing stock, ordering, supplier relationships, and cost control
• Coordinating prep schedules and ensuring smooth service
• Upholding high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and efficiency
• Working closely with ownership to elevate the brand and guest experience

• Experience as a chef, cook, deli manager, or similar role
• Strong understanding of European deli products and pizza preparation
• Confident leadership and communication skills
• Reliable, organised, and proactive attitude
• Someone who treats the venue as if it's their own
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with autonomy
• Passion for food and creating memorable guest experiences

• A fun, energetic workplace where your ideas actually matter
• Freedom to shape menus, specials, and product offerings
• A chance to lead a developing food brand with community support behind it
• Work in a modern, European-inspired environment
• Supportive owners who want you to grow with the business
• Stability, creativity, and the ability to put your signature on something special

If you're passionate, dedicated, and excited to run a deli and pizza operation like it's your own, we'd love to meet you. Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.