Chef

About the Company

VDAS Foods Pty Ltd operates The Hatter & The Hare, a well-established hospitality and retail food business located in Bayswater, Victoria. The business offers a unique combination of café dining, patisserie products, high-tea experiences, event services and online retail sales of cakes, desserts and gift vouchers. The company is committed to delivering high-quality food, beverages and customer service through innovative products and a distinctive customer experience.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality dishes while maintaining the authenticity and flavours the café is known for. The Chef will plan and organise kitchen operations, monitor food quality, ensure consistency of presentation, and maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety in accordance with Australian regulations.

Job Description

Position: Chef

Location of work: 1/21 Scoresby Road, Bayswater, Vic - 3153

Employment Type: Permanent, full time.

Salary Range: $75,000 to $85,000 plus guaranteed superannuation

Duties and Responsibilities:

o Plan, design, and prepare menus that reflect the restaurant’s style and meet customer expectations.

o Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and high-quality food preparation.

o Supervise, train, and support kitchen staff to maintain consistency and teamwork.

o Manage stock levels, order supplies, and control food costs to minimize waste and maintain efficiency.

o Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and workplace health and safety standards.

o Monitor the cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen equipment and work areas.

o Maintain quality control by checking the taste, presentation, and portion sizes of dishes.

o Collaborate with management on menu updates, seasonal specials, and new recipe development.

o Handle kitchen scheduling, task allocation, and performance monitoring of kitchen staff.

o Adapt menus and operations based on customer feedback and changing food trends.

o Work effectively under pressure during busy service hours while maintaining high standards.

o Support the overall goals of Roza’s Kitchen by ensuring customer satisfaction and efficient kitchen

Skills/ experience required:

o At least Diploma in Hospitality or higher.

o A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience is required.

Key attributes/ Skills:

o Communication

o Leadership

o Interpersonal skills.

o Capable of delegating multiple tasks.

o Excellent record of kitchen management.

o Excellent time management skills.

o Perfection in sanitation and quality control.

o Knowledge of all safety standards.

Interested in the role? Apply for the role if you think you meet the criteria, and we’ll get in contact with you shortly. Only eligible candidates will be contacted