At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our vibrant kitchen team and create delicious, shareable Italian dishes.
- Company: Merivale, a family-owned hospitality group with over 90 venues across Australia.
- Benefits: Exclusive perks, premium wine access, paid parental leave, and unlimited career growth.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a lively atmosphere and make memorable dining experiences.
- Qualifications: Experience in fast-paced kitchens and a passion for food.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 $ per year.
At Merivale, people are at the heart of everything we do - a family-owned hospitality group with a portfolio of more than 90 venues across Australia.
From iconic venues to unforgettable guest experiences, our diverse portfolio spans restaurants, bars, pubs, nightlife, and events, delivering exceptional moments for our guests every day.
Job Description
The Venue
Totti's isn’t just a restaurant - it’s a feeling.
Big energy, shared tables, and food that brings people together.
From the coastal buzz of Totti's Bondi to the fast-paced rhythm of Bar Totti's, every venue has its own personality - but the philosophy stays the same: simple food, done exceptionally well, in rooms that are always alive.
Think wood-fired bread made to order, plates built for sharing, and produce-led dishes that hit with flavour and confidence.
Open kitchens, high volume, and teams that thrive on momentum.
We’re looking for full-time chefs to join the Totti’s family - people who want to commit, grow, and be part of something consistently busy and highly regarded.
You’ll step into a kitchen that moves with purpose: service-driven, detail-focused, and backed by strong leadership.
Whether you see yourself in Bondi’s volume and coastal energy, or the tighter, late-night rhythm of Bar Totti’s, we’ll match you to the venue that fits.
This is Italian, but not as you know it - louder, looser, and built for now.
Qualifications
- What You’ll Bring
- You’ve spent a couple of years in serious kitchens and know what good looks like
- You thrive in fast, high-volume service -and don’t shy away from the pressure
- You care about food: how it tastes, how it looks, how it’s shared
- You can confidently run a section and support those around you
- You communicate clearly, stay composed, and take pride in your standards
Experience with Italian cooking or wood fire is a bonus - but attitude, pace, and hunger to improve matter more.
- Additional Information
- Merivale Employee Benefits
- Exclusive monthly perks, staff-only rewards and events.
- Merivale Staff Cellar – access to premium wines at staff pricing.
- Paid parental leave – with flexible return to work options.
- Unlimited career growth with endless development opportunities.
- Merivale Academy – online and in-person training, including Leadership, Guest Experience, F&B.
- Professional accreditation support – including Leadership and WSET qualifications.
- Employee Assistance Program – confidential wellbeing and mental health support, provided by Sonder.
- Employee Referral Program – earn rewards for bringing great people on board.
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Chefs in Sydney employer: Merivale
At Merivale, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and supportive work culture in Narooma. With competitive salaries, extensive discounts across 90+ venues, and ample opportunities for career growth, we are dedicated to helping our employees thrive in the hospitality industry. Join us to build a rewarding future while working alongside passionate professionals who are committed to excellence.
