Italian Restaurant Chef jobs in Dee Why NSW

About Soultys

Soultys is a vibrant hospitality establishment located directly across from Manly Beach, welcoming locals, regular customers and visitors to the area.

We pride ourselves on providing quality food, friendly service and an enjoyable dining experience in a relaxed beachside atmosphere.

Our kitchen team is an important part of our business, and we are committed to maintaining high standards of food preparation, presentation and customer satisfaction.

We value dedicated hospitality professionals who take pride in their culinary skills, work well within a team and contribute positively to our welcoming workplace.

About the role

Soultys, located directly across from the iconic Manly Beach, is seeking a qualified and experienced Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time, permanent basis.

We are looking for a skilled and motivated culinary professional who is passionate about preparing quality food and contributing to the vibrant dining experience we offer our customers.

As a Chef, you will be responsible for managing an allocated section of our commercial kitchen, planning and preparing dishes, maintaining food quality and presentation standards, and coordinating kitchen activities to ensure efficient daily operations.

This is a hands-on role requiring sound culinary knowledge, strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively in a busy hospitality environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and contribute to the development of menus and seasonal dishes, taking into consideration customer preferences, ingredient availability, food costs and the dining style of Soultys.
• Estimate food and labour costs, determine ingredient quantities and assist in maintaining efficient kitchen operations within budgetary requirements.
• Prepare, cook and present a variety of dishes in accordance with established recipes, menu specifications and presentation standards.
• Manage and coordinate food preparation and cooking activities within an allocated kitchen section to ensure consistency, quality and timely meal service.
• Monitor the quality of ingredients and finished dishes, including checking freshness, cooking methods, portion sizes, flavours and presentation.
• Supervise, train and provide guidance to junior kitchen staff, including demonstrating cooking techniques, food preparation procedures and appropriate use of kitchen equipment.
• Coordinate with kitchen colleagues and management regarding menu requirements, food preparation, staffing and service operations.
• Monitor kitchen inventory, estimate stock requirements and assist with ordering food supplies and ingredients to maintain adequate stock levels and minimise wastage.
• Maintain appropriate food storage and preservation procedures, including temperature monitoring and stock rotation, in accordance with food safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable food hygiene, sanitation and workplace health and safety regulations throughout kitchen operations.
• Contribute to improvements in cooking methods, menu offerings and kitchen procedures to maintain food quality and operational efficiency.
• Assist in coordinating kitchen staff duties and workflow to ensure efficient operations during peak dining periods, weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• An AQF Diploma or higher qualification in Commercial Cookery, Hospitality, Kitchen Management or a closely related culinary field;
• At least one year of full-time relevant work experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen or equivalent professional hospitality environment.

Applicants must also demonstrate:

• Strong technical knowledge of commercial cooking methods, food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Experience in menu planning, food preparation, cooking and presentation of quality dishes.
• Ability to coordinate kitchen activities and supervise or guide junior kitchen staff.
• Sound understanding of food safety regulations, hygiene standards and safe food handling practices.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, particularly during busy service periods.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a kitchen team.
• Good communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining consistent food quality and presentation.
• A creative and proactive approach to menu development and improving kitchen operations.
• Reliability, professionalism and availability to work rostered shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full-time employment (38 hours per week).
• Competitive annual salary of $79,500 – $85,000 plus 12% superannuation.
• Staff meals during shifts.
• Opportunity to contribute to menu development and kitchen operations.
• Supportive and collaborative kitchen environment.
• Opportunity to develop professionally within a busy beachside hospitality establishment.

How to Apply

If you are a qualified and experienced Chef who is passionate about preparing quality food and working in a busy, team-oriented hospitality environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your CV outlining your relevant qualifications and professional cooking experience, together with any supporting documentation, through this advertisement.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Pay: $79,500.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free food

Application Question(s):

• Sydney based applicants only please

Work Location: In person