About us
Established in ****, VIA DOLCE PTY LTD is a premium café and patisserie in Canberra's city centre, known for authentic Italian desserts, pastries, and gelato made fresh in-house.
From hand-rolled pasta and pizza dough to artisan cakes and slices, we combine craftsmanship, quality, and warmth to deliver a true taste of Italy to locals and visitors alike.
About the role
We're looking for a qualified Cook to join our kitchen team.
This position plays a vital role in food preparation and service, maintaining the high standards of freshness, flavour, and presentation that our customers love.
Responsibilities
Preparing, cooking, and presenting a range of dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service
Preparing ingredients, sauces, and pizza bases; hand-stretching and topping pizzas; operating a wood-fired oven
Ensuring all food is cooked and presented to VIA DOLCE standards, including dietary and allergen requirements
Monitoring and regulating cooking temperatures of ovens, grills, and fryers
Safely storing food with accurate labelling and stock rotation
Maintaining kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and HACCP compliance
Managing stock control, ordering, and waste minimisation
Contributing to menu development and training junior kitchen staff
Skills and experience
Proven experience as a Cook in a busy kitchen environment
Proven experience as a Chef/Cook in an Italian restaurant, patisserie, or café
Strong knowledge of Italian pastries, gelato, and classic Italian cuisine, including pizza preparation and operation of a wood-fired oven
Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining precision and attention to detail
A sound understanding of food safety regulations and HACCP principles
Qualifications
A Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery (or an equivalent overseas qualification)
What we offer
A supportive and professional kitchen environment
A consistent roster in a central Canberra location
The opportunity to work with premium ingredients and authentic Italian-inspired cuisine
How to apply
Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
Applications close 28 days from posting date.
Equal opportunity
VIA DOLCE PTY LTD is an equal opportunity employer.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background or belief.
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