Chef
- Prepare and cook high-quality Italian dishes
- Oversee daily food production and maintain food safety standards
- Collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams to enhance guest experience
Position: Chef
Type: Full-time
Employer: J.C.E (AUS) Pty Ltd
Location: Campbelltown NSW 2560
Salary: $80,000 – $82,000 p/a
About the Business:
J.C.E (AUS) Pty Ltd operates Enzo’s Cucina, a full-service Italian restaurant located at Macarthur Square in Campbelltown. The restaurant specialises in authentic Italian cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes, featuring handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza and classic Italian mains. We pride ourselves on delivering a high-quality dining experience in a welcoming environment and value consistency, attention to detail and a collaborative kitchen culture that supports both guest satisfaction and team development.
About the Position:
The Chef plays a central role in the kitchen, ensuring the consistent preparation and presentation of high-quality Italian dishes while maintaining food safety and operational standards. This position contributes directly to the restaurant’s reputation by overseeing daily food production, supporting menu execution and working closely with kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver an excellent guest experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan menus, estimate food and labour costs, and order food supplies
- Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
- Discuss food preparation issues with managers, dietitians and kitchen/waiting staff
- Demonstrate techniques and advise on cooking procedures
- Prepare and cook food to the required standards
- Explain and enforce hygiene regulations
- Select and train staff as required
- Freeze and preserve foods when necessary
Requirements:
- Australian citizens and permanent residents are encouraged to apply
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery, Certificate IV in Kitchen Management and/or Diploma of Hospitality Management
- Minimum 1 year relevant experience
- Strong technical cooking skills in Italian cuisine, including pasta, pizza and classic mains
- Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen environment
- Good interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with kitchen and front-of-house teams
- Reliability, attention to detail and a commitment to consistent quality
How to Apply:
To apply, applicants must submit their resume with a valid email address through this online portal.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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