Bring your talent and ideas to Lake Eildon Hotel and embrace the lifestyle of one of Victoria's most scenic lakeside destinations.
We're seeking a Head Chef to lead our team, shape our food offering and take ownership of kitchen operations within a modern pub supported by a loyal customer base, a positive team culture and on-site accommodation.
Looking for a lifestyle change without compromising your passion for great food?
Lake Eildon Hotel is a beautifully renovated lakeside pub where genuine hospitality meets quality modern pub dining.
Set on the shores of Lake Eildon in regional Victoria, we're passionate about serving great food in a relaxed and welcoming workplace, and we're looking for an experienced, hands on Head Chef to guide our kitchen into its next chapter.
This is an opportunity to embrace a genuine lake change, take the reins of the kitchen and put your own stamp on our next chapter, all while living and working in one of Victoria's most beautiful regional destinations.
Head Chef | Lake Eildon Hotel
About the role
As our Head Chef, you'll have the opportunity to make the kitchen your own while maintaining the high standards our guests have come to expect.
This is a hands on and autonomous leadership role.
You'll take responsibility for the successful day-to-day operation of the kitchen, working closely with the owners and FOH management team.
You'll be responsible for:
Leading, mentoring and managing the kitchen teamManaging kitchen staffing, rostering and labour requirementsOverseeing daily preparation and serviceMenu planning, development,



costing and implementationMaintaining consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and portion controlManaging ordering, stock control, supplier relationships and wasteMonitoring food and labour costs to support a commercially sustainable kitchenMaintaining food-safety, hygiene and workplace-safety standardsEnsuring food-safety procedures, records and compliance requirements remain currentDelivering smooth and consistent service through busy weekends and peak holiday periodsBuilding a positive, respectful and well-organised kitchen culture
You'll have the autonomy to run kitchen operations confidently, supported by owners who are actively involved in the venue and genuinely value their team.
About you
You may already be working as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager, or you may be an experienced senior chef ready to take the next step into your first Head Chef position.
What matters most is your ability to work autonomously, lead a team and take responsibility for the overall performance of the kitchen.
You'll be someone who:
Leads calmly and confidently under pressureLoves producing quality modern pub foodBrings creativity,



fresh ideas and commercial awarenessHas strong all-round cooking skills across lunch and dinner serviceBuilds a positive and supportive team cultureIs organised, reliable and leads by exampleUnderstands menu costing, stock control and waste managementCan plan and manage kitchen staffing effectivelyThrives during busy services while maintaining high standardsCommunicates well with owners, venue management and front-of-house staff
Relevant commercial cookery qualifications are preferred, together with strong food-safety knowledge.
A current Food Safety Supervisor certificate would be highly regarded or can be arranged for the right candidate.
What we offer
Negotiable salary packageGenuine autonomy over day-to-day kitchen operationsThe opportunity to shape the menu and influence the future direction of the kitchenA loyal clientele who appreciate great food and genuine hospitalityA beautifully renovated venue in an incredible lakeside locationSupportive, hands-on owners who genuinely value their teamA flexible start dateOn-site accommodation availableA regional lifestyle with boating, fishing, hiking and the Victorian High Country on your doorstep
Who we are
Lake Eildon Hotel is a beautifully renovated lakeside pub in the heart of regional Victoria.
We're a welcoming destination for locals, weekend visitors and holidaymakers, known for genuine hospitality, quality modern pub food and a relaxed atmosphere.
With a loyal customer base, supportive team culture and an incredible location overlooking Lake Eildon, we're proud to be part of the local community and excited about the next chapter of our food offering.
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📌 Head Chef (Victoria)
🏢 Lake Eildon Hotel
📍 Victoria