Blak Tapas is an Indigenous-owned, profit-for-purpose café dedicated to showcasing the native flavours of Australia while creating meaningful employment and training opportunities in our community.
We’re a busy café with a strong team culture, and we’re looking for a skilled and reliable Short Order Cook to join our morning kitchen team.
If you enjoy the pace of breakfast service, can work quickly and calmly under pressure, and take pride in sending out consistently great plates, you’ll fit right in.
About the Role
You’ll work closely with our Kitchen lead to support smooth, efficient kitchen operations. Your duties will include:
- Fast, accurate food preparation
- Working cleanly and efficiently during busy service periods
- Keeping benches, equipment and storage areas tidy and organised
- Following food safety, hygiene and WHS procedures
- Assisting with stock rotation, labelling and general prep
- Supporting the kitchen team wherever needed
- Showing newer staff the ropes and helping them build confidence and skill
Shifts are scheduled between 6:00am and 2:30pm, Monday to Saturday, so early morning availability is essential.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in a kitchen — this is essential
- Reliable and punctual — someone the team can count on
- Fast and focused — able to handle pressure without dropping standards
- Organised and clean — strong attention to food safety and workflow
- Calm and positive — even when it’s busy
- Team-oriented — happy to support others and share knowledge
- Proactive — sees what needs doing and jumps in
This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in their craft and enjoys working in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual, Fixed term
Pay: $27.08 – $42.06 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Salary packaging
Work Location: In person
