Casual Pastry Chef

Casual Pastry Chef – Cibaria Manly Manly Beach | Casual | Immediate Start

Are you passionate about pastry, Italian flavours and creating desserts that leave a lasting impression?

We’re looking for an experienced and creative  Casual Pastry Chef  to join the kitchen team at  Cibaria Manly .

Set on the beachfront at Manly, Cibaria is a vibrant Italian dining destination bringing together the energy of a neighbourhood restaurant, café culture and modern coastal hospitality. Our food is rooted in Italian tradition, with a strong focus on quality produce, seasonality and genuine hospitality.

This is an exciting opportunity for a pastry chef who wants to work in a busy, ambitious venue, alongside experienced chefs and a team that takes pride in what they do.

The Role As part of the pastry team, you’ll be hands-on in preparing and delivering desserts, pastries and sweet creations to a consistently high standard.

You’ll work closely with the senior kitchen team to ensure the pastry section runs smoothly, while bringing creativity, precision and attention to detail to every service.

Your responsibilities will include

• Preparing and plating desserts, pastries and other sweet items
• Working with Italian flavours alongside modern pastry techniques
• Supporting the day-to-day operation of the pastry section
• Contributing ideas for seasonal desserts and menu development
• Maintaining excellent mise en place, consistency and presentation
• Monitoring product quality, stock levels and preparation requirements
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Working collaboratively with the wider kitchen brigade
• The original pastry role also places a strong focus on creativity, recipe development, presentation, stock management and food safety standards.

About You We’re looking for someone who

Has previous experience as a Pastry Chef in a restaurant, hotel or high-quality commercial kitchen

Has strong pastry, baking and dessert preparation skills

Brings creativity, precision and excellent attention to detail

Takes pride in beautiful presentation and consistent execution

Has a strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards

Can work confidently both independently and as part of a busy team

Is organised, reliable and calm under pressure

Has full Australian working rights

Holds a relevant culinary or pastry qualification, or equivalent industry experience

These requirements reflect the pastry experience, qualifications, creativity and technical knowledge outlined in the original role.

Why Join Us? As part of  Maestro Hospitality , you’ll enjoy:

Casual employment paid in accordance with the Hospitality Industry (General) Award [HIGA] , including applicable casual loading and penalty rates

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  providing confidential wellbeing and support services

Staff dining discounts and benefits  across Maestro Hospitality venues

Regular casual shifts and flexibility

The opportunity to work in one of Manly’s standout Italian dining destinations

Exposure to experienced chefs and quality seasonal produce

Training and development opportunities

Genuine opportunities for career progression across a growing hospitality group

A supportive, professional and passionate kitchen team

An unbeatable beachfront location in the heart of Manly

If you’re passionate about pastry, take pride in your craft and want to be part of an energetic Italian dining team by the beach,  we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a short introduction telling us about your pastry experience and availability.