Junior Chef

2 weeks ago

Emerald Victoria, QLD, Australia Upper Beaconsfield General Store and Over the Road Restaurant Full-time $56,000 - $84,000
Junior Chef / Chef – Daytime Only | Upper Beaconsfield & Emerald We’re on the hunt for a Junior Chef / emerging Chef to join our growing team at Upper Beaconsfield General Store & Over the Road Café. This role is perfect for someone who has been qualified in the last few years and is ready to step up — someone who wants more responsibility, more variety, and to be part of building something great. 👨‍🍳

About the Role

- Predominantly daytime café/kitchen role (no nights
- excluding occasional catering gigs)
- Work across a fast-paced café and takeaway environment
- Be trusted to run the kitchen independently at times
- Work alongside a young, energetic team
- Opportunity to grow as the business expands 🔥 What You’ll Be Doing
- Running the kitchen day-to-day (with support from Head Chef & management)
- Food prep and service execution to a high standard
- Assisting with ordering, stock control and minimising waste
- Training and supporting apprentice/junior kitchen staff
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised kitchen
- Working closely with front-of-house to deliver great service ✅ What We’re Looking For
- Qualified chef (or close to finishing)
- 1–5 years experience in a commercial kitchen
- Ability to work independently and take ownership
- Strong communication and team mindset
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Someone who wants to grow with the business (not just clock in/out) 🌱 Why Join Us?
- No nights (excluding occasional catering gigs) – real work/life balance
- Opportunity to step up and take ownership
- Work across two unique venues (café/casual restaurant + cafe/takeaway)
- Be part of a business that is growing and evolving
- Supportive team environment with room to develop 📍 Based in Upper Beaconsfield & Emerald, Victoria 📅 Flexible employment (full-time / part-time)

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