Posted 22d ago

HEAD CHEF/COOK

ZUMA CAFFE Adelaide SA 5000

Permanent Full time
Base pay
$77,000 - $82,000

Key points we found

  • Lead and manage kitchen operations at Zuma Caffe.
  • Create and update menus while ensuring food quality and safety standards.
  • Supervise and train kitchen staff to maintain high service standards.

Zuma Caffe at the iconic Adelaide Central Market are seeking a skilled, highly motivated Head Chef to join our team with the ability to run a professional commercial kitchen.

We are offering a Full-time Position - 38 hpw with salary between $77,000 to $82,000

  1. MAJORITY DAY WORK
  2. FRIDAY NIGHT WORK UNTIL 9PM
  3. NO SUNDAYS
  4. IMMEDIATE START

Key requirements + skills:·

  1. Plan and update menus to ensure quality and variety of dishes.
  2. Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth food preparation and service.
  3. Supervise, train and support kitchen staff.
  4. Ensure all food safety, hygiene and workplace health regulations are followed.
  5. Manage ordering, stock control and kitchen supplies.
  6. Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
  7. Monitor food costs and assist with kitchen budgeting.
  8. Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service.
  9. Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Hours:

  1. 38 hpw Full-time position on offer
  2. Monday - Thursday 6am - 4pm
  3. Friday - as required
  4. Saturday - as required

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Skills
CUSTOMER SERVICE
FOOD PREPARATION
FOOD SAFETY AND HYGIENE
KITCHEN MANAGEMENT
MENU PLANNING
TEAM LEADERSHIP
TIME MANAGEMENT

More details
Expiring date
16 Apr 2026
Date posted
17 Mar 2026
Category
Hospo, Tourism & Food Services
Occupation
Chef
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Accommodation and Food Services
Sector
Privately held company
Company size
1 to 10

ZUMA CAFFE

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