Nice Guy Eddie is an established neighbourhood cafe in Heidelberg Heights, and we've stayed true to what we love.
Great coffee, made consistently. Honest food, made with care. Genuine hospitality - no fuss, no frills, just real connection.
We are seeking a casual Cook/ Chef to fill 2+ days a week. Must be available for 5:30am starts. Day shifts only One weekend shift needed.
You run the toastie section and you push through the prep list. This isn't an entry-level role - you've worked a similar section before. You fulfil what the kitchen needs, not only whats in your purview, putting stock away, setting up and maintain dish area before kitchen hand starts and stepping up to helo the chef on breakfast when needed.
Responsibilities
- Run the toastie section through service
- Work the prep list quickly and to a high standard
- Build sandwiches to spec
- Other duties include basic baking, eggs, proteins and sauces
- Finish prep, restock, and update the ordering list when stock runs low
- Wash dishes and remove rubbish where needed, particularly before the kitchen hand starts
- Support the chef on the pass when orders demand
- Keep clean and tidy — small kitchen, nowhere for mess to go
- Label, date and rotate to HACCP standard
- Participation in stock control to minimise waste, and maintain tidy stock room, fridges and participate in stocktake
Temperament
- No chef drama
- Great communicator - speaks up early, asks when unsure
- Kind and courteous, to the team and to customers
- Pivots and re-prioritises when the kitchen demands it
- Team-oriented - not a role for a lone operator
- Helps out wherever needed, including outside your section
- Focused on what's best for the customer
Success looks like
- The toastie section runs without supervision
- Prep gets finished properly - fast and high standard, not one or the other
- The kitchen stays clean through a full shift, not just at close
- You look for what the kitchen needs, not just what's in your purview
- The chef gets support before they ask
- You're eager to upskill and take on more
What we offer
Staff meals on us. A genuinely positive work environment in a small team that looks after each other. No nights, no split shifts. Real opportunity to upskill and take on new responsibilities.
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $28.00 – $48.00 per hour
Shift:
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
