Breakfast / Lunch Chef Full Time Hours

Head Chef / Senior Cook | Day Shifts Only & 2 Consecutive Days Off

Location: Southern Gold Coast (Beachfront)

Hours: 38 hours/week | Daytime only (2:30 PM finishes!)

Type: Casual with a direct pathway to Full-Time Salary

Looking for exceptional work-life balance without sacrificing your passion for great food?

We are a local, family-owned group operating two high-volume, established beachfront cafés at the southern end of the Gold Coast. We are seeking a reliable, motivated, and talented Chef to join our close-knit team.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Unbeatable Lifestyle: No split shifts, no night shifts. Finish by 2:30 PM every day and spend your afternoons at the beach.

• Work-Life Balance: 5 consecutive day shifts with 2 consecutive days off, plus a rotational roster featuring scheduled weekends off.

• Great Culture & Support: Join a solid, experienced kitchen team with a structured onboarding process to set you up for success.

• Fair Pay: Strict Fair Work Award rates based on qualifications, plus applicable penalty rates and superannuation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver consistent, high-quality dishes on both the grill and pass in a fast-paced environment.

• Design and implement creative, on-trend monthly menu specials.

• Oversee in-house baking and prep routines.

• Manage produce ordering to achieve set financial KPIs.

• Maintain rigorous food safety, hygiene, and kitchen documentation standards.

• Complete opening and closing kitchen procedures seamlessly.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a high-volume, modern breakfast/lunch café.

• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications and a proven track record.

• Strong culinary flair and passion for fresh, contemporary café dining.

• Commercial acumen with a good understanding of kitchen margins and stock control.

• Outstanding organization, communication, and calm-under-pressure team leadership.

How to Apply

If you are a proactive team player ready for a long-term role with high job satisfaction, we want to hear from you!

Please submit a short cover letter telling us why you'd be a great fit, along with your updated resume. Feel free to pop into the café to introduce yourself directly to the management team.