Full-time Chef

Company Name: Y&A Collaboration Pty Ltd Trading as Mr Pilgrim Cafe

Address: 80 Semaphore Rd, Semaphore SA 5019

Job Title: Full-time Chef

Salary: $79,000 plus superannuation

Duties and Skills

• Maintain high standards of food presentation and monitor dish quality throughout all stages of preparation and service.

• Introduce special items and estimating food and labour costs to support efficient kitchen operations.

• Operate and regulate ovens, grills, fryers, and tandoor ovens, ensuring correct temperatures and cooking times are followed for optimal results.

• Adhere to food safety regulations and hygiene standards as per Australian Food Standards Code and ensure all food handling practices are compliant.

• Supervise and support cook and junior kitchen staff, contributing to their training and ensuring a smooth kitchen workflow.

• Monitor and manage stock levels, order supplies, and ensure proper storage and rotation of ingredients.

• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations and kitchen equipment, ensuring compliance with WHS and OH&S standards.

• Liaise with the restaurant’s management team to ensure service consistency and to support operational goals.

• Assist in the coordination of kitchen activities to ensure timely and quality food service during peak hours.

• Collaborate with the cook and kitchen team to develop new dishes and refine existing recipes in line with customer preferences and seasonal ingredients.

• Prepare and cook a variety of Australian and Indian fusion dishes in line with café standards

Required Skills

• Possess excellent relevant post-secondary hospitality (cooking) qualifications, to at least Diploma level.

• Have at least 1 year professional experience or more.

• Are available across the working week including weekends and Public Holidays.

• Offer proven ability to prioritise, set goals and have the determination to achieve them.

• Possess a thorough understanding of food safety and HACCP.

• Understand cost control, time management, prioritization, and cost-efficient procurement practices.

• Passion for developing innovative menu items.

• Able to cook continentals and Indian fusion especially Bar Menu

• Strict compliance towards food safety

Applications open on 20 December 2025 and close on 19 January 2026.

How to Apply:

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