We are hiring a Head Chef to lead one of our flagship Italian venues in Shellharbour. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a well-established kitchen within a growing restaurant group known for quality, consistency, and strong team culture.

About the Role
You will be responsible for the full kitchen operation, leading a team, driving food quality, and maintaining strong cost control. This role suits a chef who enjoys both creativity and structure, and who can deliver consistently in a high-volume setting.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Leading, training, and developing the kitchen team
- Managing service to ensure quality and consistency
- Menu input and seasonal updates aligned with our Italian concept
- Stock control, ordering, and supplier management
- Managing food cost, wage targets, and kitchen KPIs
- Ensuring compliance with food safety and WHS standards

What We’re Looking For

- Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
- Experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens




- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Solid understanding of food cost control and kitchen systems
- Passion for Italian cuisine (traditional or modern)
- Reliable, organised, and hands-on

What We Offer

- Competitive salary + performance incentives
- Stable, long-term role within a growing hospitality group
- Support from experienced owners and operational systems
- Opportunity to contribute to menu development and business growth
- A structured setting with clear expectations and support

About Us
We are a multi-venue hospitality group focused on delivering high-quality Italian dining experiences. We invest in our people, systems, and growth, and we’re looking for a Head Chef who wants to grow with us.

Location: Shellharbour NSW

Pay: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Advantages:

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Chef Shellharbour
🏢 Casa Nova Shellharbour
📍 Shellharbour