Location: Windsor, NSW
Employment Type: Casual
Service Period: Morning trade (breakfast to early afternoon)
Reports to: Senior Chef
Role Purpose
The Breakfast Chef / Breakfast Cook is responsible for delivering fast, consistent, high-quality breakfast and café-style food during morning service. This is a hands-on role focused on speed, organisation, food consistency, and clean execution in a high-volume café environment.
Key Responsibilities
Turn on and check equipment: grill, fryer, coffee-area food items, fridges and cool rooms.
Record fridge and freezer temperatures on the log.
Check deliveries against invoices. Reject anything over temperature, damaged or short, and tell the manager.
Prepare and execute breakfast and café menu items including eggs, grills, toasties, and light lunch dishes
Deliver consistent food quality, portion sizes, and presentation during peak morning service
Ensure fast ticket times while maintaining food standards
2. Kitchen Operations & Service Flow
Manage morning prep, service setup, and smooth kitchen workflow
Coordinate with baristas and front-of-house to keep service moving efficiently
Maintain calm, organised service during high-pressure breakfast rushes
3. Food Preparation & Stock Control
Complete daily prep including sauces, garnishes, proteins, and vegetables
Monitor stock levels for breakfast service and communicate ordering needs
Minimise food waste through correct prep and portion control
Follow NSW food safety and hygiene standards at all times
Maintain clean workstations, equipment, and storage areas
Ensure correct food handling, labelling, temperature control, and allergen awareness
5. Handover & Team Support
Leave the kitchen clean, stocked, and organised for the next service period
Support the Head Chef or kitchen team with prep where required
Work collaboratively with FOH and kitchen teams to support overall venue success
Key Skills & Experience Required
Strong understanding of breakfast and brunch-style menus
Ability to work quickly and consistently in a high-volume café environment
Good organisational skills and attention to detail
Solid knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements in Australia
Experience working in a café with strong coffee and takeaway trade
Ability to assist with menu improvements or daily specials
Experience working morning shifts starting early (e.g. 6am)
Willingness to support kitchen prep beyond breakfast service if required
