Full Time Chef

Full-Time Chef – El Gordo Bendigo

Employer: Tapri Pty Ltd trading as El Gordo Bendigo
Location: Bendigo, Victoria 3550
Employment: Full-time, 38 ordinary hours per week
Salary: From $79,423 per annum plus superannuation, with higher remuneration where required to meet the applicable market salary.

El Gordo Bendigo is looking for a qualified and reliable Chef to join our café and restaurant team. We serve breakfast, lunch and Spanish-inspired tapas, with a focus on fresh ingredients and consistent quality.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, cook and present breakfast, lunch and tapas dishes.
• Contribute to menu planning, seasonal specials and recipe development.
• Monitor food quality, presentation and portion sizes.
• Estimate food costs and ingredient requirements, and assist with ordering.
• Manage stock rotation, food storage and waste reduction.
• Coordinate kitchen preparation and service.
• Demonstrate cooking techniques and guide kitchen staff.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and allergen management standards.
• Work closely with management and front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service.

About you

• Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent relevant culinary qualification.
• At least one year of relevant Chef experience within the last five years, or equivalent part-time experience.
• Ability to manage a kitchen section independently and maintain quality during busy service.
• Sound knowledge of menu planning, food costing, portion control and stock management.
• Strong understanding of food safety and dietary requirements.
• Good communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• Availability for rostered breakfast, lunch and evening services, including weekends and public holidays.
• Spanish or Mediterranean cooking experience is desirable.

How to apply

Email your résumé and a brief cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Chef Application – El Gordo Bendigo”.

Please include your relevant qualifications, employment experience and availability.

Applications close at 11:59 pm AEDT on Thursday, 12 November 2026.

Pay: From $79,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person