Lead with Passion. Cook with Purpose. Grow with Gemelli.
Gemelli Group is looking for an experienced and inspiring Head Chef to lead one of our Gold Coast kitchens.
As a family-owned hospitality group, Gemelli has built its reputation on authentic Italian cuisine, exceptional hospitality, and a commitment to quality. With multiple venues across the Gold Coast and Brisbane, we're continuing to grow and are looking for a passionate leader to help drive excellence in our kitchens.
This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on Head Chef who loves mentoring teams, maintaining high standards, and creating an outstanding dining experience for every guest.
About the Role
As Head Chef, you will take ownership of the day-to-day kitchen operations while leading, inspiring and developing your team.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading all kitchen operations to ensure exceptional food quality and consistency.
- Managing, training and mentoring the kitchen team to achieve their full potential.
- Maintaining high standards of food preparation, presentation and service.
- Managing food and labour costs in line with business budgets.
- Ordering, stock control and supplier management.
- Overseeing rostering and kitchen productivity.
- Driving consistency across recipes, procedures and service standards.
- Ensuring compliance with all food safety, hygiene and WHS regulations.
- Working closely with the Executive Chef and Operations team on menu development and seasonal specials.
- Creating a positive, respectful and high-performing kitchen culture.
- Working collaboratively with front of house to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
About You
- Previous experience as a Head Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (essential).
- Certificate IV in Kitchen Management (highly regarded).
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
- Experience managing food costs, labour budgets and kitchen operations.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- A calm and professional approach during busy services.
- Passion for authentic Italian cuisine and quality ingredients.
- Robust understanding of food safety and HACCP procedures.
- Full working rights in Australia.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package, negotiated based on experience.
- Work with one of the Gold Coast's leading hospitality groups.
- Career progression opportunities across multiple venues.
- Be part of a supportive, family-owned business with a strong culture.
- Work alongside experienced hospitality professionals and leadership.
- Staff meals and generous discounts across all Gemelli Group venues.
- Ongoing training, leadership development and opportunities for growth.
- Stability, support and the chance to make a real impact within a growing business.
Why Gemelli?
At Gemelli, we believe great kitchens are built by great leaders. We value teamwork, respect, consistency and genuine hospitality. We're looking for someone who shares these values and is ready to lead by example while helping shape the future of our kitchens.
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📌 Head Chef for Gemelli Group (Queensland)
🏢 Gemelli Italian
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