Be part of something from the very beginning.
Juno is looking for an experienced Head Chef to help launch one of Port Adelaide's most exciting new hospitality venues.
This is an opportunity to shape a brand-new waterfront café, restaurant and events venue from day one. You'll have genuine input into the menu, kitchen culture and team, with the support and freedom to make the role your own.
If you're passionate about great food, love leading people and want to leave your mark on a venue with incredible potential, we'd love to hear from you.
About Juno
Opening in Spring ****, Juno is a new waterfront café, restaurant and events venue located on the Port River in the heart of Port Adelaide.
Following extensive renovations, the venue will feature a brand-new commercial kitchen, bar and beautifully designed event spaces overlooking the water with uninterrupted 270-degree river views.
Juno will operate six days a week, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch, while also hosting weddings, corporate functions, birthdays and special events.
Our café menu will focus on simple, delicious food made with quality local produce, while our events offering will showcase elevated canapés and plated dining designed for memorable celebrations.
Our ambition is simple: to become Port Adelaide's favourite destination for exceptional coffee, relaxed waterfront dining and unforgettable events.
We're looking for someone excited by the opportunity to help build something special from the ground up.
About the Role
As Head Chef, you'll work closely with the General Manager to establish and lead our kitchen operations from opening day.
Your responsibilities will include:
Designing and evolving a café and functions menus.
Leading, mentoring and rostering the kitchen team.
Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.




Managing ordering, stock control and food costs.
Ensuring compliance with food safety and workplace health standards.
Delivering exceptional food experiences for both everyday café guests and private events.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to shape the direction of the kitchen while remaining actively involved in service.
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
An experienced chef ready to step into, or continue in, a Head Chef position.
Creative, organised and passionate about quality food.
A natural leader who enjoys mentoring and developing others.
Calm under pressure and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Passionate about creating a positive workplace culture.
Excited by the opportunity to build something from the ground up.
Driven to help create one of Port Adelaide's standout hospitality destinations.
Above all, we're looking for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to build a kitchen they can truly call their own.
What We Offer
A market-competitive salary package of
$80,000 - $95,000 + super
, based on experience.
The rare opportunity to help launch a brand-new hospitality venue from day one.
Genuine creative input into menu development and the direction of the kitchen.
The autonomy to build, lead and mentor your own kitchen team.
A newly-built commercial kitchen with modern equipment.
A supportive management team that values collaboration, creativity and innovation.
The chance to be part of an ambitious hospitality group with opportunities for future growth and career progression.
A stunning waterfront workplace overlooking the Port River.
A healthy balance of daytime café service, with exciting weddings, functions and events throughout the year.
The opportunity to create memorable experiences for guests celebrating life's biggest moments.

📌 Head Chef (Adelaide)
🏢 Juno
📍 Adelaide