The Mess Cafe
Cafe Head Chef
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Salary:
A$69,000 – A$70,000 / year
Location:
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
21 September 2026
What they need
About the role
We're looking for an experienced, formally qualified Head Chef to take ownership of our café kitchen. Hours: Monday–Friday, 6:30am–2:45pm. No weekends, no nights, no public holidays.
Key responsibilities
- Independently manage a busy kitchen and maintain consistently high standards
- Develop innovative, fresh and healthy menu options
- Manage stock and waste, including ordering, rotation, portion control, food-cost awareness and minimising waste
- Ensure strong knowledge of food safety legislation, food handling and kitchen compliance
- Take ownership of kitchen operations
About you
- Recognised commercial cookery/chef qualification (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent/higher)
- Minimum 3 years' experience as a Head Chef
- Strong cooking skills across a range of cuisines, particularly stir-fries, pastas and curries
- Strong knowledge of food safety legislation, food handling and kitchen compliance
- Current driver's licence and reliable transport essential, as there is no public transport available
- Reliable and organised
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