Job Overview
Every day is different.
Every venue is an opportunity.
Are you an experienced Head Chef looking for a role that offers variety, career growth and the chance to make a real impact?
We're searching for a passionate Head Chef Tournant to support our portfolio of Gold Coast venues.
This is a unique prospect to step away from managing a single kitchen and instead work across a range of established pubs, restaurants and entertainment venues, leading teams, driving standards and helping venues succeed when they need it most.
What You'll Be Doing
Leading high‐performing kitchen teams across multiple venues
Maintaining exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation
Coaching and developing chefs to build confident, capable teams
Managing food costs, labour and stock to achieve strong commercial results
Supporting operational improvements and implementing best practice
Ensuring compliance with food safety and workplace health standards
Working closely with the Executive Chef, Area Chef and venue management to achieve success
What We're Looking For
Previous experience as a Head Chef in a high‐volume venue
Strong leadership and mentoring skills
Experience managing kitchen financials, including labour and food costs
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A positive, adaptable attitude with a solutions‐focused mindset




A current driver's licence and reliable vehicle (regular travel across the Gold Coast is required)
Flexibility to travel across the Gold Coast region as required
Why Join Australian Venue Co?
At Australian Venue Co., you'll be joining one of Australia's largest hospitality groups, with over 250 venues across Australia and NewZealand.
We believe great venues start with great people and we're committed to investing in our teams.
Benefits
Competitive salary package
Variety every day – work across a diverse portfolio of Gold Coast venues
The opportunity to make a genuine impact across multiple businesses
Ongoing support from an experienced Executive Chef, Area Chef and operational leaders
Clear career progression opportunities within a growing national company
Exclusive staff discounts across Australian Venue Co. venues
A collaborative culture where your ideas and leadership are valued
Diversity and Inclusion
Australian Venue Co. promotes a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion through initiatives such as 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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📌 Tournant Head Chef | Gold Coast
🏢 New Zealand Venue
📍 Gold Coast