About the business

The Peddler Café is a busy Asian fusion café with modern Australian twists based in east of Melbourne - Nunawading. Serving delicious breakfast and lunch 7 days a week, our café is pumping with great vibes, and it is busy with people from all walks of life coming for a tasty feed. Our aim is to service food that makes our customers return time and time again.

About the role

We are searching for an exceptional Sous Chef with suitable experience in similar high volume, fast paced kitchen environments. Our ambition is to elevate our culinary program to another level and redefine what our customers expect from cafe cuisine. Weekend availability is a must.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

Proven experience in Asian cuisines

Strong skills in menu and recipe development, budgeting, and implementation

Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, challenging environment

A hands-on management style with the ability to lead and direct kitchen staff effectively

Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Strong commitment to delivering high-quality food and exceptional standards

Solid understanding of HACCP and food safety procedures

Positive, can-do attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving

If you’re ready to bring energy, creativity, and leadership to a busy kitchen environment, we’d love to hear from you.