Chef - Full Time
Esperance, WA, Full Time, Hospitality
Vacancy Listing Dates 25/08/2026 to 22/09/2026
Please Quote Reference Number 18277
  • Skilled, full-time Chef
  • $79,499 - $85,000 per annum, plus superannuation
  • Esperance, WA location

  • About Us

    Seaside Café & Restaurant is a well-established dining venue in Castletown, Esperance, known for fresh, locally-sourced seafood and coastal-inspired cuisine. We are seeking an experienced, passionate Chef to join our kitchen team and help deliver high-quality food and dining experiences to our local and visiting customers.

    About the Role

    We are looking for a skilled, full-time Chef to plan and prepare menus, cook and present dishes, and oversee kitchen operations. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in food quality, consistency, and kitchen management.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:
    • Planning menus in consultation with management, taking into account customer preferences, local produce availability, and dietary requirements
    • Estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
    • Discussing food preparation with kitchen and waitstaff to ensure high standards
    • Preparing, seasoning and cooking food, including seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes
    • Monitoring the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
    • Overseeing kitchen operations, rostering and coordinating activities of kitchen staff
    • Maintaining food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards in line with regulatory requirements
    • Training and supervising kitchen staff, including apprentices and junior cooks
    • Maintaining kitchen equipment and ensuring proper storage of food supplies
    Selection Criteria:
    • Trade qualification as a Chef (Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery) or equivalent relevant experience
    • Minimum 1-2 years' relevant experience in a commercial kitchen environment
    • Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
    • Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced hospitality environment, including weekends and public holidays as required
    Remuneration

    $79,499 - $85,000 per annum (pro rata not applicable - full-time), plus superannuation, commensurate with skills and experience.

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