Are you a passionate Head Chef ready to lead a high-performing kitchen and make your mark on an iconic venue?
Paddington Ale House has been a favourite of the Mt Hawthorn community for years, renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, quality food and vibrant entertainment.
With a loyal local following, live entertainment every Friday and Saturday and a reputation as a go-to destination for AFL, UFC and major sporting events, there's never a dull moment.
We're looking for an experienced Head Chef to take the reins of our busy kitchen, inspire a young and enthusiastic team and continue driving the venue's food offering to new heights.About the roleThis is a hands-on leadership position overseeing a high-volume kitchen where food is a key driver of the business.
You'll have the chance to shape seasonal menus, create exciting specials, lead functions and events, and mentor a team that's eager to learn and grow.ResponsibilitiesLeading all day-to-day kitchen operationsInspiring, developing and mentoring a young kitchen teamDriving menu development, seasonal specials and event offeringsManaging food costs,



labour and kitchen performanceDelivering exceptional food quality and consistencyMaintaining high food safety and compliance standardsWorking closely with venue leadership to continue growing the food businessAbout youMinimum 2 years' experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership roleExperience leading high-volume kitchen operationsStrong commercial acumen and understanding of food and labour costsA passion for coaching and developing kitchen teamsExcellent organisational and communication skillsA creative mindset with the ability to introduce fresh ideas and seasonal innovationWhy join us?
Competitive salary + annual bonus of up to $20K paid quarterlyLead one of Perth's most recognised hospitality venuesCreative freedom to influence menus, specials and eventsHigh-volume, fast-paced operation with consistent year-round tradeDiverse menu featuring premium pub classics, steaks, seafood and seasonal dishesBusy functions and catering opportunitiesModern kitchen with continued investmentFree onsite parkingStaff discounts across Australian Venue Co.Genuine long-term career opportunities within one of Australia's leading hospitality groupsAustralian Venue Co. promotes a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion through programs like AVC Pride for LGBTQIA+ support, Her Hospo for empowering women, and a First Nations Committee for reconciliation.We are committed to growing our understanding and engagement in diversity, equity and inclusion to build a more inclusive industry.
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📌 Head Chef | Paddington Ale House (Perth)
🏢 Open Door Pub Co.
📍 Perth