Head Chef – EMBR Events & Production Kitchen
EMBR Hospitality | Full Time | $100,000 per annum
EMBR Hospitality is looking for an experienced Head Chef to run our Events and Production Kitchen.
This is a hands-on role for a chef who enjoys the variety of events, knows how to build and train strong teams, and understands the importance of organisation, cost control and efficiency.
Our events range from weddings and private celebrations to corporate functions and large-scale events, with a strong focus on offsite catering and event delivery.
Based from our production kitchen, you'll work closely with the EMBR Events team to plan, prepare and deliver consistently great food and memorable events.
The Role
You'll oversee the day-to-day operation of our production kitchen and coordinate the food offering across our events calendar.
Some days will be focused on production, planning and training; others will see you and the team heading out to execute events.
You'll be responsible for:
Running the day-to-day production kitchen
Planning, preparing and executing food for events
Training, mentoring and developing the kitchen team
Developing event menus and maintaining consistent food standards
Managing prep, production schedules and event logistics
Managing food cost, labour and kitchen performance
Rostering and coordinating event kitchen teams
Managing ordering, stock control, yields and wastage
Building systems that improve efficiency and consistency
Working closely with the Events team to ensure smooth event delivery
Maintaining food safety and kitchen standards
We're looking for someone who can create a kitchen that is organised,



well-trained and commercially sustainable, without compromising the quality of the food.
What We're Looking For
You'll ideally have:
Experience as a Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef or Events Chef
Experience in events, catering or high-volume food production
Strong cooking skills and a genuine passion for outstanding food
Experience training and developing kitchen teams
Strong understanding of food and labour cost management
Excellent organisation and forward planning
Strong stock control, ordering and waste management skills
A practical approach to improving kitchen efficiency
Strong communication and a collaborative approach
A calm, hands-on approach during busy services and events
Most importantly, we want someone who understands that great events are built on great preparation, strong teams and clear systems.
Why EMBR Hospitality?
EMBR is a growing South Australian hospitality group with an expanding events and catering operation.
You'll have an established production base, support from the broader EMBR team and the opportunity to help develop the people, systems and food offering behind our events business.
This is a role for someone who enjoys cooking, developing people, improving systems and delivering great events.
Salary
$100,000 per annum | Full Time
The nature of events means the roster will include some evenings and weekends, depending on the event calendar.
Apply
If you're an experienced chef who enjoys building great teams, running an efficient kitchen and delivering memorable events, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply via SEEK with your resume and a short cover letter.

📌 Head Chef Events And Production (Adelaide)
🏢 EMBR Hospitality
📍 Adelaide