Coffee Life Trafalgar is a vibrant and popular café located in the heart of Trafalgar, serving high-quality coffee, breakfast, brunch, lunch and seasonal café-style meals to the local community and visitors. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chef to join our growing team on a full-time basis. Coffee Life operates from Contingent Street in Trafalgar and is known for its commitment to quality food, excellent customer service and fresh ingredients.

Benefits

Full time position

Excellent Superannuation

Friendly and supportive team.

Task & responsibilities

• Planning, preparing and cooking breakfast, brunch, lunch and seasonal menu items.
• Designing and updating menus in consultation with management.
• Developing new recipes and specials to enhance customer experience.
• Monitoring food quality, portion control and presentation standards.
• Estimating food and labour costs and assisting with budgeting.
• Ordering, receiving and monitoring stock supplies and ingredients.
• Managing inventory levels and minimising food wastage.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, health and hygiene regulations.
• Supervising kitchen operations and coordinating food preparation activities.
• Training and mentoring kitchen staff in food preparation techniques and workplace procedures.
• Ensuring efficient kitchen workflow during peak service periods.
• Monitoring kitchen equipment and arranging maintenance when required.
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe kitchen environment.
• Catering for dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options where required.
• Ensuring consistent quality and timely service of all meals.

Qualification & experience

• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management, Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent qualification.
• At least one years of relevant full-time work experience as a Chef (or equivalent combination of qualifications and experience).
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and commercial kitchen operations.
• Sound understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work weekends, public holidays and flexible shifts as required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.