VANTA QUAY is preparing to open one of Mandurah's newest premium waterfront dining destinations, and we are looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen from day one.
Located on the Mandurah Foreshore, VANTA QUAY offers a sophisticated dining experience featuring premium steaks, fresh seafood, wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta, Mediterranean and Modern Australian cuisine, signature desserts, premium cocktails and an extensive beverage selection.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a brand-new venue where you will play a key role in building the kitchen team, developing seasonal menus and establishing one of the region's leading restaurants.
Your Responsibilities
Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations
Recruit, train and mentor kitchen staff
Deliver consistently high-quality food and presentation
Develop seasonal menus, specials and current dishes
Manage food costing, stock control and ordering
Build strong supplier relationships
Ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene regulations
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organisation
Prepare staff rosters and manage labour costs
Work closely with management to achieve business goals
Maintain a positive, professional and team-focused kitchen culture
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
Strong leadership and communication skills
Experience in premium restaurant environments
Passion for quality food and attention to detail
Experience with Mediterranean, Italian or Up-to-date Australian cuisine
Solid knowledge of food costing and kitchen management
Ability to perform under pressure in a busy service
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (preferred)
Full Australian working rights
What We Offer
Market-competitive salary plus superannuation
Performance-based bonuses
Opportunity to lead a brand-recent premium venue
Modern commercial kitchen with new equipment
Creative input into menu development
Long-term career growth opportunities
Supportive ownership team
Positive and professional workplace culture
Beautiful waterfront location in Mandurah
Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter telling us about your experience and why you'd be a great fit for VANTA QUAY.
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
📌 Head Chef Mandurah
🏢 VANTA QUAY
📍 Mandurah
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