Head chef – Lenzerheide Restaurant
Lenzerheide Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Adelaide's dining scene for decades, renowned for exceptional food, warm hospitality, and unforgettable dining experiences.
We're looking for a Head Chef to help shape the next chapter of Lenzerheide.
This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to build a destination restaurant with genuine autonomy, a supportive ownership team, and a clear pathway to profit sharing for the right person.
This is an exciting chance for a talented chef who takes pride in producing exceptional food, enjoys leading a motivated team, and is eager to contribute to the ongoing success of one of Adelaide's most respected restaurants.
About the Role
As Head Chef, you will oversee all aspects of the kitchen, leading by example and maintaining the high standards that define Lenzerheide.
You'll work closely with management to drive consistency, mentor the team, manage day-to-day operations, and contribute fresh ideas while respecting the restaurant's long-standing reputation.
We're looking for someone who will take genuine ownership of the kitchen, fostering a culture built on professionalism, teamwork, creativity, and excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, motivate and inspire the kitchen team throughout service.
Manage the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
Maintain exceptional standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.
Train, mentor and develop apprentices and junior chefs.
Assist in seasonal menu development and creative dish creation.
Manage rostering, stock control, ordering and supplier relationships.
Monitor food costs,



labour costs and kitchen budgets.
Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.
Foster a positive, respectful and high-performing kitchen culture.
About You
Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef ready to step into a leadership role.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to build, mentor and retain a successful team.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
A calm, hands-on approach in a fast-paced service environment.
Strong understanding of food costing, stock management and kitchen administration.
Passion for quality produce, refined cuisine and delivering memorable dining experiences.
High standards, attention to detail and pride in every plate leaving the kitchen.
What We Offer
The opportunity to lead the kitchen of one of Adelaide's most respected restaurants.
A supportive management team that values collaboration and innovation.
Creative input into menu development and seasonal offerings.
A secure, long-established venue with a loyal customer base.
A positive, professional workplace that values its people and their development.
4 weeks annual leave
2 consecutive days off
Annual performance bonus of $****-$15,000 based on meeting KPI's: food cost targets, labour cost targets, staff retention, customer feedback, revenue or profit growth.
If you're an experienced chef ready to lead a passionate team and continue the legacy of one of Adelaide's premier restaurants, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and what you'd bring to the Lenzerheide team.

📌 Head Chef (Adelaide)
🏢 Lenzerheide Restaurant
📍 Adelaide