Chef

Willow Tree Cafe is a well-established hospitality venue located in Ormeau, Queensland, offering indulgent dishes in a vibrant and welcoming community setting. We pride ourselves on fresh, seasonal menus, high service standards and a supportive team culture.

As a growth-oriented business, we are committed to attracting and retaining great people and providing opportunities for training, professional development and career progression.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Chef to join our kitchen team.

In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality meals in accordance with our menu and quality standards. You will contribute to menu planning, kitchen operations, stock management and food safety while helping ensure smooth and efficient service.

Working closely with the Head Chef/Kitchen Manager and front-of-house team, you will play an important role in maintaining the quality, consistency and presentation our customers expect.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present dishes in accordance with menu specifications and established quality standards
• Ensure consistency in food quality, flavour, portioning and presentation
• Manage daily mise en place, including preparation, portioning, marinating and ingredient organisation
• Assist with menu planning, development of seasonal dishes, specials and catering requirements
• Monitor food and ingredient stock levels and assist with ordering and supplier coordination
• Maintain appropriate stock rotation and storage procedures while minimising food waste
• Monitor the quality and freshness of ingredients and finished dishes
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation throughout kitchen and food storage areas
• Ensure compliance with food safety requirements, HACCP procedures and relevant Australian food standards
• Assist with the coordination of kitchen operations during busy service periods
• Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house staff to ensure efficient and timely service
• Support and guide junior kitchen staff where required
• Maintain kitchen equipment and work areas in a clean, safe and operational condition
• Comply with workplace health and safety requirements and company policies

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery and Diploma of Hospitality Management or an equivalent relevant qualification
• Previous experience working as a Chef in a café, restaurant or similar hospitality environment
• Strong knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen operations
• A good understanding of safe food handling practices, hygiene requirements and Australian food safety standards
• The ability to maintain quality and consistency during high-volume service periods
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in food presentation
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Flexibility to work across a rotating roster, including early mornings, weekends and public holidays as required

Join Our Team

This is an excellent opportunity to bring your culinary skills to a welcoming, community-focused café while becoming part of a supportive and growing hospitality business.

If you are passionate about producing great food, maintaining high standards and contributing positively to a collaborative kitchen environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join the team at Willow Tree Cafe in Ormeau, Queensland.

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person