Chef wanted - Small, high-standards taqueria - Day time only

Chef – Pacho Taqueria (Prahran Market)

Pacho is a small independent taqueria inside Prahran Market. We do authentic Mexican street food with tight batch systems, clean execution, and a calm kitchen culture.

We’re hiring a professional chef who’s mature, switched on, and proud of consistency.

The role (hands-on, real ownership)

You’ll run prep and service in a compact kitchen with clear systems.

You will:

• Lead daily mise en place and service (meats, salsas, rice/beans, guac, tortillas, garnishes)

• Execute batch recipes with portion + flavour consistency as the non-negotiable

• Keep the kitchen organised, clean, and food-safe (always)

• Use prep lists, par sheets, labelling, stock rotation — and improve them

• Communicate directly with the owner + FOH to keep service smooth and calm

• Help train and lift the rest of the kitchen team

Shifts: Mostly daytime / early evenings due to market trading, plus weekends and key service days.

What we’re looking for

You’re the kind of chef who:

• Has solid experience in busy kitchens (CDP / Sous level ideal)

• Works clean, fast, and calm — no ego, no drama

• Cares about prep discipline and systems (not vibes)

• Communicates clearly and respects teammates

• Loves simple food done seriously well

• Is curious about Mexican food (experience is a bonus, not required)

If your mentality is: “I own the standard every day” — you’ll fit.

What’s on offer

• $70,000–$74,000 + super (based on experience)

• Staff meal on shift

• Small team where your work is seen and your voice matters

• Input into menu and kitchen standards as we grow

• A kitchen culture built on clarity, respect, and consistency

How we hire (fast + fair)

• Quick phone chat

• In-person meet

• Paid stage (short, structured, scorecard-based)

How to apply

Apply via Scount with:

• Your CV (or short summary of experience)

• A 2–4 line answer to:

“What does a perfect service look like — and what do you do personally to create it?”

We’re hiring for attitude + standards first, skills second. If you’re proud of your craft and want a tight kitchen, we’d like to meet you.