Chefs ( Full time)

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VIP Immigration – Proudly assisting Café Dolcetto, trading under VIP Catering Pty Ltd.

VIP Immigration is a recruitment company with over 10 years of service. We are currently seeking qualified Chefs to join Café Dolcetto in Yass, NSW.

Hands-on Chefs required with experience across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. The successful candidate would have experience working in café settings and have the ability to deliver high quality meals within a short time. The candidates would be skilled in a range of cuisines including Modern Australian, Western, Italian, Sri Lankan, and Indian, and are adapted to working in a small commercial kitchen. Responsibilities include cooking and plating, along with ordering, stock control, seasonal menu planning, and food costing to maintain quality and efficiency.

About the Business

Café Dolcetto, operated by VIP Catering Pty Ltd, is a contemporary café and dining venue focused on delivering high-quality food and excellent customer service. The business prides itself on consistency, fresh ingredients, and maintaining professional kitchen standards.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, cook, and present high-quality dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service

Hands-on preparation of a range of cuisines including modern Australian, Western, Indian, Italian and Sri Lankan menu items

Ensure food quality, portion control, and presentation meet business standards

Assist with daily kitchen operations and service preparation

Maintain food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards in accordance with Australian regulations

Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering and inventory control

Work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure smooth service

Comply with workplace health and safety procedures at all times

Plan and update seasonal menus based on availability and customer demand

Manage food costing, portion control, and minimize waste to maintain profitability

Supervise and support kitchen staff when required to ensure efficient operations

Coordinate with suppliers and manage ordering to maintain stock levels.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience Required

Diploma in Commercial Cookery (or similar qualification)

Minimum 1–2 years’ experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen

Hands-on experience in breakfast, lunch and dinner service

In depth understanding of , and proven ability to meet, the particular challenges of working in a café setting, namely:

o able to produce a large number of fresh quality meals during the very intense but short breakfast and lunch rush periods;

o able to work at speed, managing multiple orders simultaneously;

o able to prioritise tasks effectively;

o able to manage various meal modifications; and

o able to work efficiently in a limited kitchen space.

Proven experience in modern Australian, Western, Indian and Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner

Ability to prepare Sri Lankan dishes would be well regarded

Good communication skills in English

Flexible availability, including early hours, weekends and public holidays

Reliable, professional, and team-oriented approach to work

Position Details

Full-time, permanent position

Location: Café Dolcetto, Yass, NSW

Salary: AU$79,500 – AU$88,000 per annum (based on skills and experience) + superannuation

How to Apply For more information, including a full position description, please contact:

[email protected]

To apply, please send your CV and relevant documents to the above email address.

Application Details

Advertisement Posted: 24 October 2026

Applications Close: 22 November 2026