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Chef

Il Sorriso cafe plus Palmyra WA 6157

Permanent Full time
Base pay Above avg.
$80,000 - $85,000

Key points we found

  • Oversee daily food preparation and kitchen operations.
  • Ensure consistent dish quality and maintain hygiene standards.
  • Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff.

About Us

Il Sorriso Cafe Plus is a well-established dining venue in Palmyra, Western Australia, known for its great menu, consistent service standards, and strong customer following. We operate a fast-paced commercial kitchen that focuses on quality presentation, food safety, and modern Australian cuisine.

We are now seeking a qualified and experienced Chef (ANZSCO 351311) to join our kitchen team on a full-time permanent basis.

Position Overview

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing daily food preparation, coordinating kitchen operations, ensuring consistent dish quality, and maintaining strict hygiene standards. The position requires a hands-on professional who can manage service efficiently while contributing to menu execution and cost control.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

  1. Plan, coordinate, and execute daily food preparation and cooking operations in accordance with established menu standards.
  2. Supervise the portioning, plating, and presentation of dishes to maintain consistency and quality.
  3. Organise workflow within the kitchen to ensure timely service during peak trading periods.
  4. Monitor food stock levels, forecast kitchen requirements, and place orders with approved suppliers.
  5. Assess food quality at each stage of preparation to ensure taste, appearance, and hygiene benchmarks are met.
  6. Enforce food safety procedures in compliance with Australian health regulations.
  7. Liaise with front-of-house staff and management regarding service flow and menu requirements.
  8. Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff.
  9. Support cost control by managing wastage and kitchen efficiency.

Skills & Qualifications Required

  1. AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent), combined with a minimum of one year of relevant on-the-job training
  2. AQF Diploma, Advance Diploma in related fields are highly desirable.
  3. Strong operational knowledge of commercial kitchen practices.
  4. Sound understanding of food safety standards and workplace hygiene regulations.
  5. Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume service environment.
  6. Strong time management and organisational skills.

Australian Applicants Encouraged

Australian citizens and permanent residents are strongly encouraged to apply. However, we are also open to considering sponsorship for candidates who possess the necessary skills, qualifications.

Salary: AUD 80,000 - AUD 85,000 Annually plus Superannuation

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the position to [email protected]

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Skills
COST CONTROL
FOOD PREPARATION
FOOD PRESENTATION
FOOD SAFETY
food safety standards
Hygiene Standards
KITCHEN MANAGEMENT
MENU PLANNING
ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS
TEAM LEADERSHIP
TEAMWORK
TIME MANAGEMENT
wastage management

Licenses & certifications
AQF Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
AQF Diploma or Advanced Diploma in related fields

More details
Expiring date
8 May 2026
Date posted
8 Apr 2026
Category
Hospo, Tourism & Food Services
Occupation
Food Preparation & Cooking
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Accommodation and Food Services
Sector
Privately held company
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate, Diploma or associate's degree

Il Sorriso cafe plus

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