Chef

Food Idea Pty Ltd, trading as Lunch Matters is is an family authentic South Asian Restaurant located in Dingley Village that specialises in Srilankan & Bangladeshi Fusion cuisines, premium burgers, high quality steaks they all are made to order dishes. with great customer Service, value for money and large meals. We currently have a full-time opportunity available for an experienced Chef to join our team.

As a Chef, you will be running our kitchen. In this role, you will be responsible for all aspects of our kitchen operation, from menu development and preparation to maintaining a clean and safe work environment. You will lead kitchen team, ensuring smooth service throughout the day and night shifts where applicable.

Responsibilities:

- Create and prepare delicious Srilankan Fusion cuisines, Italian Dishes and other food items using fresh, seasonal ingredients.

- Ensure all dishes meet our high standards for quality and presentation.

- Manage and maintain kitchen inventory, ordering supplies as needed.

- Oversee food preparation, adhering to food safety regulations.

- Lead and train the kitchen team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

- Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen environment.

- Liaise with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service.

Experience: At least 2 years of experience working as a Chef in a similar environment

Qualification: Cert 3, Cert 4 in Cookery and Diploma of Hospitality

Salary: $80,000 - $82,000

Why Join Us?

• Supportive, fun, and busy environment – work with vibrant and energetic team

• Good work life balance

• A business that Care – a work culture that feels like a family build on foundation of quality, compassion & integrity

• Ongoing training and development – We’ll teach you everything you need to know!

When you join the team, you’ll bring:

• Extraordinary interpersonal skills, building lasting connections with customers

• Energy and motivation to keep pace within an active and busy environment

• The ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise tasks.

• A passion for food and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service.

• Safety first approach with a level-head in emergency situations