About us
Chat Thai is one of Sydney's most loved and established Thai restaurant groups, known for authentic, high-quality Thai cuisine across our CBD venues. We're looking for an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead our kitchen operations and uphold the standards our customers expect.
The role
Reporting to the venue and operations management, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of a busy, high-volume Thai kitchen - leading the team, maintaining quality and consistency, and keeping operations running smoothly and profitably.
Responsibilities
Oversee daily kitchen operations, service flow, and food quality across all sections
Lead, roster, and train kitchen staff to maintain performance and consistency
Manage food ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships to control costs and minimise waste
Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene (HACCP), and WHS standards
Maintain authentic Thai recipes, techniques, and presentation standards
Monitor kitchen costs, portion control, and margins in line with targets




Work closely with front-of-house and management to deliver a seamless guest experience
About you
Proven experience as a Kitchen Manager, Head Chef, or Sous Chef in a busy restaurant
Strong knowledge of authentic Thai cuisine, ingredients, and cooking techniques
Thai language skills are an advantage, as the role involves communicating with Thai-speaking kitchen staff and maintaining authentic recipes
Solid leadership, rostering, and team-management skills
Sound understanding of food safety, stock control, and cost management
Ability to thrive in a rapid-paced, high-volume environment
What we offer
Full-time, ongoing position with a leading Sydney restaurant group
Competitive salary based on experience
Visa sponsorship may be available for the right candidate (subject to eligibility and business requirements)
Opportunity to grow within an expanding hospitality group
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📌 Kitchen Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Chat Thai CBD
📍 New South Wales