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.