Full time Chef

Location: Wanniassa, ACT

Salary: $80,001 - $100,000

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Napoli House Pty ltd Napoli House Pty Ltd trading as Napoli House is an Italian restaurant serving traditional Italian cuisine to the Canberra community. The restaurant brings the authentic flavours and culinary traditions of Italy to its customers, combining time-honoured recipes with fresh, high-quality ingredients. We are located at shop3, 33, Gartside Street, Erindale Dr, Wanniassa ACT 2903.

We are seeking a permanent full-time experienced chef with minimum 38 hours per week with relevant qualifications and work experience to join our team at Wanniassa, ACT. Benefits The successful candidate will receive an annual salary in the range of $75,000 to $85,000, plus the minimum guaranteed superannuation, commensurate with skills and experience.

Task & responsibilities Supervise and monitor food preparation throughout all stages of cooking to maintain consistent quality standards. Manage overall kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and compliance with health and safety regulations. Plan and develop menus aligned with customer preferences, seasonal availability, and cost considerations.

Inspect raw ingredients to ensure freshness, quality, and suitability for use. Maintain up-to-date culinary skills and knowledge to prepare dishes featured on the restaurant menu. Estimate and procure food and commodity requirements for scheduled menus.

Organize and prioritize menus, recipes, and task sheets for smooth workflow. Manage budgeting and cost control by accurately estimating labour and food expenses. Provide effective leadership, guidance, and training to kitchen staff, including cooks, waitstaff, and kitchen hands.

Prepare raw ingredients, such as meats and vegetables, using a variety of cutting, marinating, and cook food using various cooking techniques. Utilize kitchen utensils, appliances, and cookware efficiently to prepare high-quality meals. Monitor and regulate cooking and storage equipment, including ovens, stoves, fridges, freezers, and grills, to maintain optimal food quality and safety.

Maintain strong product, service, and market knowledge to align with customer expectations and industry trends. Take pride in food presentation, ensuring consistent quality, taste, and appearance of all dishes. Collect and act upon feedback from patrons to continuously improve food quality and service standards.

Collaborate with management on improving operational efficiency, quality, productivity, and recruitment needs. Provide training to staff and involve in selection of staff. Guide kitchen staff in cooking procedures, recipe adherence, and preparation for special dietary requirements (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, cultural needs).

Manage storage, food preservation, and inventory rotation to minimize waste and control costs. Serve and portion foods appropriately, adding garnishes and finishing touches to enhance presentation. Prepare and season sauces, gravies, and other condiments according to recipes and quality standards.

Ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and food handling regulations at all times. Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of all workstations and kitchen areas while adhering to occupational health and safety standards. Maintain clear and effective communication with waitstaff, management, and kitchen team members regarding kitchen operations and service needs.

Accurately estimate stock requirements and manage inventory ordering to ensure the kitchen is fully stocked and prepared for service. Demonstrate and maintain a high standard of personal hygiene at all times. Qualification & experience Minimum one year experience at chef skill level.

Minimum certificate iv in Commercial Cookery or hospitality /diploma preferred.   Strong team player with a collaborative approach. Adaptable and able to remain calm and efficient in fast-paced kitchen environments.

Flexible with working hours. Effective communication skills with proficiency in using modern technology. Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality of food.

About Company Napoli House Pty Ltd trading as Napoli House is an Italian restaurant serving traditional Italian cuisine to the Canberra community. The restaurant brings the authentic flavours and culinary traditions of Italy to its customers, combining time-honoured recipes with fresh, high-quality ingredients. We are located at shop3, 33, Gartside Street, Erindale Dr, Wanniassa ACT 2903.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $75000-85000 Job Publish: 01-09-2026 Job Expire: 01-10-2026 Apply on: Full time Chef Job here! This job is brought to you by workinitiatives.com.au.