Head Chef | Permanent Full Time | Senior Culinary Leadership | Hospitality Venue
Seeking a skilled Head Chef or Senior Kitchen Manager to guide and enhance the culinary operations of a busy suburban hotel bistro known for its popular handcrafted dishes and signature sauces. This permanent full-time opportunity is based in a lively regional area of New South Wales, within a well-established hospitality venue.
About the Role
Essential: Proven culinary qualifications alongside strong leadership experience as a Head Chef.
Remuneration: Market-competitive salary package up to $110,000 annually.
Location: Coastal region in New South Wales.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced hotel bistro environment.
Oversee the kitchen team throughout lunch and dinner shifts, maintaining high food quality and hygiene standards.
Manage kitchen scheduling, stock inventories, and overall kitchen organisation.
Create and regularly update weekly menu specials to support customer engagement.
Collaborate with management to refine operational workflows and enhance service delivery.
Foster a positive workplace culture and address team performance proactively.
Why Consider This Role?
This position provides a valuable chance for a culinary leader to run a kitchen renowned for quality meals and popular menu items within a bustling hotel setting.



Ideal for experienced chefs who thrive on managing teams and ensuring smooth service during peak periods. The venue has undergone recent upgrades and is positioned for ongoing development. This role calls for a hands-on professional capable of leading dynamic lunch and dinner operations while driving menu innovation.
About the Employer
The venue is a popular suburban hotel bistro focused on community engagement and delivering a welcoming dining experience. Leadership, creativity, and high standards are valued, with opportunities for career progression in a stable and growing hospitality operation.
Candidate Requirements
Formal culinary qualifications with proven practical leadership in a busy kitchen.
Strong culinary skills and dedication to food quality.
Competence in managing rostering, stock, and kitchen organisation.
Excellent communication and team-building capacity.
Australian permanent residency or equivalent work rights are required.
Competitive salary up to $110,000 per annum.
Opportunities for professional growth in culinary leadership and menu development.
Lead a respected kitchen team in a busy and evolving hospitality venue.
Participation in menu planning and operational improvement initiatives.
Engage with an established and loyal customer base.
Work in a modern kitchen environment in a regional NSW location.
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