The Details:

Permanent Part Time position

35 hours per week

38-40 weeks per year - school terms only - school holidays off

Shifts between 6.30am – 2.30pm, Monday to Friday (no weekends)

$34 per hour plus super

About:

Vanilla Blue, an award-winning Sydney-based catering company, is seeking a dedicated Site Chef to join our vibrant team at Mount St Benedicts College in Pennant Hills, 2119. This role is perfect for a parent with school aged children, or someone looking to have better work life balance.

The successful applicant will be joining a close-knit and friendly team, support a fresh cafe-style menu, serving nourishing meals to students at a leading private school.

Our canteen offering includes premium cafe style hot and cold foods, rotating menus, and daily specials. Providing a mix of items such as house-made burgers, salads, wraps, pastas, sushi, baked goods.

Responsibilities:

Menu Preparation: Preparing and packing hot meals, daily core menu items, and seasonal specials

Stock Management: Ordering, rotation, and stocktaking

Hygiene and Safety: Adherence to food hygiene and safety practices

Catering: Onsite canteen catering, and small events as required

Service: Fast, effective service with a positive attitude

Efficient Kitchen Operations: Adherence to Canteen Chef operational timeline, COGS control, and food safety standards.

Desired Experience:

2 years' experience in a commercial kitchen, in catering or batch food preparation

Previous experience in school or university kitchens is highly regarded

Strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to multitask and manage time effectively

Punctuality, reliability, and teamwork

Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (minimum Cert 3) or equivalent

Benefits:

Seasonal, cafe style menu

12min walk from Pennant Hills Train Station

Street parking available

Free daily staff meals during shifts

A supportive environment

Busy, exciting work environment - you won't be bored!

Uniform provided

If you're passionate about wholesome, delicious food and want to join our energetic team, please apply. Successful candidates will need a Working with Children Check, Food Safety Certificate and Food Allergens certificate. Our recruitment process includes a 2-day trial and reference checks.

This role is not open for sponsorship.