At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and cook authentic Italian dishes while maintaining high standards.
- Company: Join a family-run restaurant with over 25 years of community roots.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, supportive team, and a friendly kitchen culture.
- Other info: Opportunity to mentor junior staff and contribute to menu updates.
- Why this job: Bring your passion for Italian cooking to a close-knit kitchen team.
- Qualifications: Experience in Italian cuisine and strong teamwork skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 $ per year.
The Role
We're looking for a passionate, reliable Chef to join our close-knit kitchen team.
You'll help us maintain the consistency and quality that's kept customers coming back for over 25 years, while bringing your own energy and ideas to the pass.
You'll be responsible for
- Preparing and cooking authentic Italian dishes — pasta, pizza, risotto, seafood mains, and classic desserts — to a consistently high standard
- Making fresh pasta and sauces daily using traditional methods
- Working the pizza oven and grill stations during busy dinner and weekend service
- Maintaining food safety, hygiene, and kitchen cleanliness standards
- Managing stock, ordering, and minimising waste
- Supporting and mentoring junior kitchen staff
- Contributing ideas to specials and seasonal menu updates
What we're looking for
- Proven experience as a chef or cook, ideally in an Italian or similar restaurant kitchen
- Confidence with pasta-making, pizza, and risotto
- A strong work ethic and the ability to stay calm and organised during busy dinner and weekend services
- A team player with good communication skills
- Current Food Safety Supervisor certificate (or willingness to obtain one)
- Right to work in Australia
Nice to have
- Experience in a family-run or long-standing local restaurant
- Passion for traditional Italian cooking techniques
- Why Join Us
- Be part of a genuine family business with deep roots in the local community
- Work alongside a supportive, experienced team
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Friendly, no-nonsense kitchen culture
Italian Chef in Bayside employer: HKMK Holding
HKMK Holding offers a vibrant and supportive work environment where culinary professionals can thrive. With a focus on authentic Italian cuisine, the company encourages creativity and innovation in the kitchen while maintaining high standards of quality and consistency. Employees benefit from mentorship opportunities and a close-knit team culture that values collaboration and passion for food.
