In-Demand Chef Jobs in Mernda, Vic

Cook and Chef
SMJ FOOD AND CATERING COMPANY PTY LTD T/A JoJayz Cafe Doreen —Doreen VIC
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
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Head Chef
Station Grind —Mernda VIC
- $38 - $43 an hour
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- In-person
- Café
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9d
Commis Chef/CDP
YASSAS - THE GREEK WAY —South Morang VIC
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Cooking
- First Aid Certification
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11d
Commis Chef/Chef de Partie
YASSAS - THE GREEK WAY —South Morang VIC
- $58,145.86 - $75,000.00 a year
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Cooking
- First Aid Certification
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9d
Chef de Partie - Full Time
Lower Plenty Hotel —Lower Plenty VIC
- $79,499 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
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Chef
Invidia Foods —Reservoir VIC
- $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
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Chef de Partie
Accor Apartments & Realty —Epping VIC
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Restaurant
Chef
All Day Tre —Carlton North VIC
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- In-person
- Café
- Kitchen experience
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10d
Kitchen Opportunities VIC –Cook | Commis Chef | Demi Chef | Chef de Partie | Sous Chef | Head Chef
Australian Venue Co. —Yarra Glen VIC
- $70,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Management
- Culinary experience
- Employee discount
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9d
Commis Chef | Casual
Marnong Estate —Mickleham VIC
- $33.85 - $34.96 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Culinary experience
- Education
- In-person
- Employee discount
- Professional development assistance
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Cook/Chef
Sunnyside Cafe —Heidelberg Heights VIC
- From $54,713.30 a year
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
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6d
Chef - Part-time
Estia Health —Coolaroo VIC
- Part-time
- Employee assistance program
- Gym membership
Chef
Wolf cafe & eatery —Coolaroo VIC
- Part-time
- In-person
- Restaurant experience
- Café
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Chef/Cook
Cafe Restaurant —Essendon North VIC
- $57,344.19 - $86,445.01 a year
- Part-time
- Supervising experience
- In-person
- Café
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6d
Chef
3DM Hospitality Pty Ltd —Fitzroy VIC
- $78,000 - $82,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Cooking
- In-person
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Apprentice Chef
dnata catering and retail —Melbourne VIC
- Rotating roster
- Culinary experience
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Pizza Chef or Pasta Chef
Farro Richmond —Thornbury VIC
- $27.08 - $40.62 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- English
- Employee discount
- Free food
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10d
Head Chef
PEOPLE CAST PTY LTD —Eltham VIC
- $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Associate degree
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Breakfast Cook
Nice Guy Eddie Coffee + Kitchen —Heidelberg Heights VIC
- $28 - $48 an hour
- Weekend availability
- CPR Certification
- Cooking
- First Aid Certification
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9d
Line Cook & Junior Chef
Seoul Garden BBQ Buffet —Preston VIC
- From $27 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
- Employee discount
- Free food
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Cook and Chef

SMJ FOOD AND CATERING COMPANY PTY LTD T/A JoJayz Cafe Doreen
Doreen VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $90,000 a year

Qualifications

Hospitality
Food Handling Certificate
Culinary experience
Certificate IV
Cooking
Certificate III
Menu planning
Culinary Arts
Supervising experience
Hospitality Management
Diploma
Associate degree
Food safety
Restaurant experience
Advanced diploma
Kitchen experience

Full Job Description

1 Chef, 1 Cook — Jojayz Cafe

Location: 25 Hazel Glen Drive, Doreen VIC 3754
Employment Type: Full-Time
ANZSCO Code: 351311

About Us

Jojayz Cafe is a warmly regarded contemporary and fusion café located in the heart of Doreen, Victoria. Rated 5.0 on TripAdvisor and ranked among the top restaurants in Doreen, we are known for our bold flavours, generous portions, great value, and friendly hospitality. Our menu celebrates a fusion of contemporary and traditional cooking, from hearty burgers to rich lamb curries and butter chicken, all prepared with a focus on healthy, quality ingredients. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a talented and experienced Chef to lead our kitchen.

About the Role

As Chef at Jojayz Cafe, you will plan, organise, and oversee the preparation and cooking of our contemporary fusion menu. You will bring culinary creativity, kitchen leadership, and a passion for quality food to every service, ensuring our guests continue to enjoy the exceptional dining experience we are known for.

Salary for Chef: $80,000-$90,000

As a Cook at Jojayz Cafe, you will prepare, season, and cook a wide range of fresh food across our contemporary and fusion menu. Working alongside our Chef, you will play a key role in delivering the food quality and presentation that our guests love, in a busy, friendly café kitchen environment.

Salary for Cook: $75,000-$85,000

Key Duties & Responsibilities for Chef:

Planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies
Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation
Discussing food preparation issues with managers and kitchen and waiting staff
Demonstrating cooking techniques and advising on cooking procedures
Preparing and cooking food across our contemporary fusion menu — including curries, grill items, burgers, and healthy café fare
Explaining and enforcing food hygiene regulations and workplace safety standards
Selecting and training kitchen staff as required
Freezing and preserving foods in accordance with food safety standards

Key Duties & Responsibilities for Cook:

Examining foodstuffs to ensure quality prior to preparation and cooking
Regulating temperatures of ovens, grills, and other cooking equipment
Preparing and cooking food using a range of methods including frying, grilling, braising, and steaming
Seasoning food during cooking to achieve consistent flavour and quality
Portioning food, plating, and adding sauces and garnishes to ensure dishes are well presented
Preparing food to meet healthy and dietary requirements in line with the café's menu philosophy
Storing food in temperature-controlled facilities in accordance with food safety standards
Cleaning food preparation areas and equipment to maintain a hygienic kitchen environment
Receiving and storing supplies as required
Assisting the Chef with menu preparation and food requirements as directed

Requirements for Chef:

AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in Hospitality/Commercial Cookery (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
Proven experience of at least 1 year as a Chef in a café, restaurant, or fusion/contemporary dining environment
Experience across a range of cuisines, with knowledge of South Asian or fusion cooking highly regarded
Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, and kitchen compliance (Food Safety Supervisor Certificate preferred)
Ability to lead, mentor, and develop kitchen staff
Strong menu planning and food costing skills
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for formal qualifications

Requirements for Cook:

AQF Certificate III in Commercial Cookery including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
Proven experience of at least 1 year as a Cook in a café, restaurant, or hospitality setting
Experience cooking across contemporary, fusion, or multicultural menus, knowledge of South Asian cuisine highly regarded
Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards (Food Handler Certificate preferred)
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen environment
Strong attention to detail with a focus on food quality and presentation
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for formal qualifications

What We Offer

Competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience
A dynamic and creative kitchen environment in a well-loved local café
Full-time, stable employment with a supportive team
The opportunity to shape and develop an exciting and growing menu
Be part of a 5-star rated, community-focused café in Doreen's growing suburb

What We Offer

Competitive wages commensurate with experience and qualifications
A welcoming and inclusive kitchen team environment
Stable full-time hours in a busy and growing local café
Opportunity to work across a diverse and exciting fusion menu
Be part of a 5-star rated café loved by the Doreen community

Phone: (03) 8715 0343
1/25 Hazel Glen Drive, Doreen VIC 3754

Pay: $75,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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