CHEF

Role Overview – Chef

Akiras Cafe & Restaurant is seeking an experienced and reliable Chef to join our kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and presenting a diverse range of breakfast, brunch and dinner dishes while maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities – Chef

• Prepare, cook and present a variety of breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner dishes in accordance with recipes and quality standards.
• Prepare, portion, marinate and season meat, seafood, vegetables and other ingredients.
• Prepare and cook dishes including steaks, seafood, prawns, lamb, pasta, curries, salads, burgers and other international dishes.
• Participate in menu planning, preparation of daily specials and development of new dishes suitable for the restaurant’s diverse menu.
• Coordinate daily food preparation and cooking activities to ensure efficient kitchen operations during service.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, portion control and presentation and maintain food safety and hygiene standards.
• Support stock ordering, stock rotation and minimising food wastage.
• Train and guide junior kitchen staff in food preparation, cooking techniques, food safety and kitchen procedures.

Skills and Experience – Chef

• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management and/or Diploma of Hospitality Management (or equivalent qualification).
• At least 1–2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience preparing a diverse range of café, restaurant and international dishes.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods.
• Good communication, teamwork and organisational skills.
• Ability to support and guide junior kitchen staff.
• Reliable and committed to maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.

COOK

Role Overview – Cook

Akiras Cafe & Restaurant is seeking a skilled and reliable Cook to assist with the preparation and cooking of menu items and support the daily operations of our busy café and restaurant kitchen.

Key Responsibilities – Cook

• Prepare and cook a variety of breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Prepare, portion and season meat, seafood, vegetables and other ingredients.
• Cook breakfast and brunch dishes including eggs, omelettes, pancakes, French toast and other café items.
• Prepare and cook seafood, prawns, lamb, pasta, curries, salads and other international dishes.
• Assist with daily food preparation and cooking during service.
• Follow recipes, portion sizes and food presentation requirements.
• Monitor food quality and freshness and ensure food is prepared and stored safely.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Assist other kitchen staff during busy service periods.
• Assist with receiving deliveries, stock rotation and minimising food wastage.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.

Skills and Experience – Cook

• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or relevant qualification.
• At least 1–2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience working in a café, restaurant or similar hospitality environment.
• Experience preparing breakfast, brunch and a variety of international dishes.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Reliable and committed to maintaining food quality and hygiene standards.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment.
• Competitive salary plus superannuation.
• Exposure to a diverse range of global cuisines.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunity to develop and enhance culinary skills.
• Exposure to breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and catering operations.