The posting
2025-08-13 to 2025-09-14
Little Sicily Cucina Pizzeria Crawley, 6009 WA Head Chef Salary $76,515 - $86,000 Permanent & Full-time
About Little Sicily Perth Little Sicily Perth is a family-owned Sicilian restaurant located in Crawley, Western Australia. We pride ourselves on offering traditional Sicilian dishes made with premium local and imported ingredients, served in a warm, welcoming environment. Our passion for authentic Italian flavours and exceptional service defines everything we do.
Position Summary We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Italian or Mediterranean cuisine, with a particular focus on Sicilian dishes. This role involves planning menus, preparing and presenting high-quality food, and maintaining excellent kitchen standards in line with Australian food safety regulations.
Key Duties and Responsibilities Plan and develop authentic Italian and Sicilian-style menus Prepare, cook, and present meals to a high standard Monitor and maintain the quality of food at all stages Estimate food and labour costs and manage stock ordering Ensure compliance with food hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards Supervise and train kitchen staff in food preparation and kitchen procedures Maintain kitchen equipment and manage food storage processes Work collaboratively with front-of-house and management teams Innovate and contribute to seasonal specials or event catering menus
Skills and Experience Required Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification Proven experience as a Chef, preferably in Italian or Mediterranean restaurants Strong understanding of traditional Sicilian cooking techniques and ingredients Knowledge of Australian food safety standards and kitchen regulations Excellent time management and kitchen coordination skills Ability to lead, train and motivate kitchen team members Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Desirable but Not Essential Experience in handmade pasta and wood-fired pizza preparation Previous work in a high-volume or fine-dining Italian kitchen Food Safety Supervisor certificate
What We Offer Opportunity to work in a passionate and skilled team Creative input into authentic Italian menus and dishes Staff meals and dining discounts Supportive workplace culture with career development opportunities
Salary $76,515 - $86,000



