Chef / Cook — Immediate Start
Señor Habibis, Terrigal
Full-time | Approximately 45 hours per week
Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays
Señor Habibis is looking for a passionate and reliable Chef or experienced Cook to join our growing kitchen team.
This is a hands-on role for someone who genuinely loves food, communicates clearly and takes pride in every plate. We need someone who can work efficiently during busy service, contribute ideas and support the team without ego or unnecessary drama.
About the Role
- Full-time position of approximately 45 hours per week/ part time and casual shifts avail
- Immediate start available for the right person.
- Venue closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
- Hands-on preparation and service role.
- Work with Middle Eastern, Mediterranean and Turkish-inspired food.
- Help maintain quality, consistency and presentation.
- Contribute ideas as the menu and business continue to grow.
- Maintain excellent cleanliness and food-safety standards.
What We’re Looking For
- Commercial kitchen experience.
- Experience with Middle Eastern cuisine is highly regarded.
- A genuine passion for food and hospitality.
- Strong preparation, organisation and time-management skills.
- The ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure.
- A serious work ethic and willingness to take initiative.
- Creativity and confidence contributing new ideas.
- Excellent communication with the kitchen, front of house and ownership.
- A positive, team-first attitude.
- Weekend availability.
- Australian working rights.
- The ability to commute reliably to Terrigal.
Communication and Reliability Matter
We are a family-run business, and we need people we can depend on. Clear communication is essential—if there is a problem, we expect you to speak up early and honestly.
If you accept an interview or trial shift, we expect you to attend. If something genuinely changes, contact us beforehand.
Unexplained no-shows will not be reconsidered. If you are unreliable or not genuinely interested in working, please do not apply.
About Us
Señor Habibis is a family-run restaurant with a strong focus on generous food, consistency and genuine hospitality.
We’re building a kitchen and workplace we’re proud of. This is an opportunity to develop your skills, contribute your ideas and grow alongside a business that values quality, communication and a healthy team culture.
Please tell us about your kitchen experience, any experience you have with Middle Eastern cuisine and when you can start.
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
