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Hospitality Employer

Recruitment


Need a Chef, Cook, or Baker? 

Hire Top Culinary Talent in Australia

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Struggling to fill culinary jobs in Australia with the right talent?

In a fast-paced industry like hospitality, finding skilled culinary talent shouldn’t slow you down. But let’s face it, great chefs and experienced cooks are in high demand, and the right fit can be hard to come by.

That’s where A PLUS Agency comes in. We Unlock Global Culinary Talent with Ease, Hire Beyond Borders. We specialise in hospitality recruitment, connecting you with exceptional chefs, cooks, bakers and kitchen professionals both from across Australia and overseas. From boutique cafés to high-end restaurants, we understand what it takes to build a winning team.

  • Access top local and international talent
  • Get expert support with visa sponsorship and relocation
  • Enjoy a seamless hiring process, from search to onboarding

Rethink recruitment and think outside the box, discover smart hiring solutions that truly work.

Partner with A PLUS Agency and bring world-class culinary talent to your kitchen without the stress.

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Why Partner with A PLUS Agency for Your Chef, Cook & Baker Hiring Needs?


Finding the right culinary talent in Australia's competitive market can be challenging for employers. The search is often time-consuming, costly and securing candidates with the precise skills your venue needs, especially those requiring visa sponsorship, adds another layer of complexity. Staff shortages can severely impact operations, making efficient and reliable recruitment more critical.


AT A PLUS, we alleviate these frustrations through our specialised hospitality recruitment expertise. We provide access to a wide talent pool of skilled professionals, from bakers, chefs and cooks to sous chefs and pastry chefs, ensuring you find the perfect fit for your restaurant, cafe, hotel or bakery. We provide seamless recruitment and visa sponsorship service for you to access talent from the international market.

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Unmatched Hospitality & Culinary Recruitment Expertise

At A PLUS Agency, we specialise exclusively in Australian hospitality. With an understanding of the unique demands across the entire Australian culinary sector. We go beyond general staffing to deliver tailored recruitment solutions. Whether you require a seasoned Executive Chef for a fine dining establishment or a skilled Cook for a bustling cafe. Our expertise allows us to match the right candidate to the right role with precision. From front-of-house management to the intricate skills of a pastry chef, we recognise the distinct requirements of each position, ensuring the perfect fit for your team, every time.

Unmatched Hospitality & Culinary Recruitment Expertise

Extensive, Vetted Talent Pool

Gain access to a diverse talent pool of exceptional chefs and cooks from both Australia and abroad. At A PLUS Agency, every candidate undergoes a rigorous selection process before being presented to you. Our extensive database allows us to source top-tier talent, including specialists such as pastry chefs, sushi chefs, and pizza chefs, all meticulously pre-screened to meet the highest industry standards. We are highly experienced in navigating the complexities of visa sponsorship for chef, cook and bakers roles in Australia. Whether you’re seeking local talent or qualified international professionals, we connect you with candidates who are not only skilled but also ready to contribute immediately. Our comprehensive screening process includes detailed skills assessments and thorough reference checks, ensuring that every candidate we recommend meets your expectations in both ability and cultural fit.

Extensive, Vetted Talent Pool

Visa Sponsorship Specialists

We are your dedicated immigration support experts, ensuring a seamless process for securing chef and cook visas in Australia. At A Plus Agency, we bring in-depth knowledge of visa pathways, most notably the Temporary Skills Shortages including (TSS) 482 visa, a widely used pathway for skilled migration for the culinary industry. Our expertise in chef immigration and migration to Australia allows us to streamline the entire journey , from initial assessment to final approval. We support not only with the visa application process but also with relocating candidates from their home country to Australia, ensuring a smooth transition into their new role and environment. By partnering with us, you can gain access to a global talent pool and can confidently meet your staffing needs for chef, cooks and bakers jobs in Australia with sponsorship, without the typical administrative burden. Let us manage the complexities and deliver a seamless, stress-free process, so you can focus on building a stronger, more skilled kitchen team.

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Our Proven Chef & Cook Recruitment Process

Our streamlined recruitment process is designed to be transparent and efficient. It is built on  trust by keeping you informed and supported at every stage. We handle the complexities, allowing you to focus on your business.

At A PLUS Agency, we provide a comprehensive, seamless solution for hiring skilled chefs and cooks from Australia and abroad. Here's how we ensure a successful placement and smooth visa journey:

Initial Consultation & Needs Assessment

We begin by thoroughly understanding your specific requirements, desired roles, skill sets, timelines, and your eligibility for visa sponsorship. This thorough recruitment needs assessment, driven by comprehensive data collection.

Business Sponsorship Setup (If Required)

If you're hiring international talent, we guide you through the process of becoming a Standard Business Sponsor, a crucial requirement for securing chef or cook sponsorship jobs in Australia.

Targeted Candidate Sourcing & Profiling

Leveraging our extensive global network and specialised databases, we meticulously source and profile candidates that align with your business needs and venue culture.

Profile Presentation & Interviews

We present a curated shortlist of pre-vetted candidates and coordinate interviews through platforms like Google Meet or Zoom, streamlining your selection process.

Offer & Contract Management

Once you've chosen your ideal candidate, we assist in drafting and managing employment contracts, ensuring clarity, compliance, and mutual understanding of terms.

Visa Application Management

Our immigration specialists manage the entire chef or cook visa application process, handling all paperwork, liaising with the Department of Home Affairs, and ensuring compliance at every step.

Candidate Mobilisation & Onboarding Support

We coordinate the candidate’s relocation from their home country to Australia, assisting with travel, initial settlement, and workplace onboarding to ensure a smooth transition.

Post-Placement Follow-up

Our commitment doesn’t end at placement. We conduct follow-ups to ensure both client and candidate satisfaction, supporting long-term success and retention.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Our fees are competitive and structured, offering excellent value. They typically vary based on the role, its complexity and whether visa sponsorship is required. We provide a transparent, no-obligation quote after our initial consultation to ensure clarity.

The timeline may vary depending on the specific role, requirements, and whether international chef or cook visa sponsorship is involved in Australia. However, our efficient process aims to present suitable candidates within weeks, not months, to minimise disruption to your operations.

Becoming a Standard Business Sponsor is a key step for sponsoring cooks or chefs from overseas. We guide you through the entire application procedure with the Department of Home Affairs, ensuring your business meets all eligibility criteria for chef sponsorship jobs in Australia and cook sponsorship jobs in Australia.

Absolutely. Our extensive talent pool and national reach allow us to source highly qualified chefs and cooks for restaurant jobs in Australia, both for metropolitan and regional areas, including those seeking chef jobs in Australia with visa sponsorship for regional placements.

Our distinct advantage lies in our hospitality recruitment and visa sponsorship specialisation in Australia. Unlike generalist agencies, we possess an in-depth understanding of the Australian culinary landscape, its specific demands in each role, and the intricate immigration support required for international chefs, ensuring a superior match and seamless process.

For an employer-sponsored culinary visa in Australia, such as the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa (subclass 482), processing typically takes 3 to 7 months. The exact duration can be influenced by factors like the completeness of your application, your swiftness in responding to requests, and the specific visa stream.