Community Services and Development,Hospitality, Travel & Tourism
Micah Projects is a community based not-for-profit organisation with a vision to create justice and respond to injustice at the personal, social, and structural levels in church, government, business, and society. We believe that every child and adult has the right to a home, an income, healthcare, education, safety, dignity, and connection with their community of choice. Micah Projects provides a range of support and advocacy services to individuals and families.
Job Description
The Hope Street Café is a not-for-profit social enterprise connecting the community with people who have been excluded from the workforce, in defence of local food production and a diverse, inclusive local neighbourhood.
We provide opportunities for people facing barriers to employment to learn new skills and gain hands-on experience in the hospitality industry. We also collaborate with local training providers, cafes, and restaurants to build supported pathways to employment and a sustainable livelihood.
Community is important to us so we combine ongoing support, like practical work readiness skilling and training for participants, with events, exhibitions, art and music. We work on the premise of creating a seasonal menu using local and sustainable products. We aim to work closely with local co-ops and suppliers to bring you wholesome, lovingly created meals.
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Chef/Cook to work as part of the Hope Street Cafe team and will be responsible for the menus, for the preparation and cooking of food. You will work with the Social Enterprise team to develop the Hope Street social enterprise into a successful local community venue. As a Hope Street team member, you will cooks will support the café manager to supervise volunteers and Skilling Queenslanders for Work trainees in the safe and correct use of equipment and customer service.
This is a part time employment opportunity at Level 6 of the Restaurant Industry Award.
Minimum 18 hrs per week. Weekend and public holiday availability is essential.
Desired Skills and Experience
Key Responsibilities:
All aspects of day-to-day cookery and kitchen operations of the café kitchen and, (if required) catering kitchen, including set up and closing procedures.
Work with your team in creating a smooth and harmonious café atmosphere.
Mentor and supervise Skilling Queenslanders for Work trainees and community volunteers.
Essential Criteria
Maintains a clean, organised, and efficient working environment
Minimum three years experience in a café or restaurant role
Strong capability in training, coaching, and supporting trainees or apprentices
More information about the role and to learn more about the key selection criteria, select the link to the Position Description.
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Join a well-recognised multidisciplinary organisation;
Salary Packaging option up to $15,899, increasing your take home pay (additional meals and entertainment card option up to $2,650);
Access to discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family;
Access to free and confidential Employee Assistance Program;
Ongoing professional development opportunities, including further training, so you can broaden your horizons and sharpen your skillset during your time with us;
Access to other employee benefits, including Portable Long Service Leave (QLeave), supply of uniforms, and Flare benefits.
How to Apply:
If you believe that you have interest, passion, and desire to make a difference in people’s lives, please click on apply.
Please supply a Resume/CV and a covering letter/email addressing the Key Responsibilities and Essential Criteria (maximum of 2 pages), along with any other relevant documentation.
While the deadline to receive applications is Thursday 26 February 2026, applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying!
Micah Projects is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.
