Join Our Crew: Chef / Cook All-Rounder Wanted!

Location: Balwyn North, VIC

🔥 Hotplate Pro Wanted – Café Cook / All-Rounder 🔥

Casual Role with Full-Time Hours

Hours: Monday to Saturday (No Sundays + Every 2nd Monday off – CFMEU RDO calendar!)

Are you a gun behind the grill? Do you know your way around a flat plate like the back of your spatula? We're on the hunt for an experienced, fast-moving cook who can handle a busy breakfast and lunch trade – think burgers, egg & bacon rolls, schnitzels, toasties, and everything in between.

Who Are We?
Miras Holdings Group – a long-standing name in Melbourne's catering scene with 30+ years of experience. We run a fast-paced, friendly café on Tier 1 construction sites around melbourne, with our current project in Balwyn North. We're looking for someone who thrives under pressure, keeps cool in a rush, and loves cooking great food for great people.

What You'll Be Doing:

Running the hotplate with confidence – burgers, egg & bacon rolls, schnitzels, and classic café dishes.

Preparing high-quality, consistent food in a high-volume kitchen.

Staying cool under pressure and delivering during peak service times.

Assisting with general food prep, stock rotation, and maintaining a clean, safe kitchen.

Jumping in where needed – we work as a team.

Non-Negotiables:

You MUST be available Monday to Saturday, 5:30am–2:00pm. (potential for 5am startr date)

No Sundays. No rotating roster.

1+ years experience on a flat plate grill/hot plate in a fast-paced kitchen is essential.

No working restrictions – unrestricted working rights are required.

No visa sponsorship available for this role.

Current Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) certificate or equivalent food handling certification required

Must have full working rights in Australia

Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 15kg regularly required

You'll Be a Great Fit If You:

Know how to handle a busy grill without breaking a sweat.

Are organised, efficient, and thrive in a fast-moving kitchen.

Can think on your feet and manage multiple orders at once.

Take pride in your work, from food quality to cleanliness.

Work well with others and bring a good attitude every day.

We Offer:

Competitive hourly rates

Long weekends off thanks to the CFMEU calendar

Early starts = early finish – knock off by 2pm!

No Sunday shifts – ever!

Career growth opportunities for the right person

Supportive, down-to-earth team

Free staff meals

Immediate start for the right candidate.

Sound Like You?

If you're a hotplate weapon looking for consistent hours, a solid crew, and a great work-life balance – apply now. We'd love to meet you.