Where creativity meets local flavour.
Nestled in the heart of Daylesford’s spa country, The Virgin Kitchen is a vibrant, open-style restaurant celebrated for its bold, modern menu and relaxed sophistication. We’re searching a passionate Head Chef ready to bring their energy, flair, and love of food to our talented team.

The Head Chef is responsible for running the day to day operation of the kitchen, planning and designing menus that are in line with financial goals and is appealing to all guests, providing Food and Beverages in a timely and professional manner. This is a full time position, 38 hours per week.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Operate the Kitchen Department according to budget, complete monthly Food and Beverage performance review

- Place highest importance to food safety and hygiene of food preparation as outlined in the HACCP principles and the local guidelines for catering establishments.

- Prepare, produce and present all foods in accordance with identified Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards, commonly accepted in the catering industry.

- Display eagerness to increase food knowledge and skills.

- Strive to minimize food wastage.

- Provide an exceptional Guest experience

- Produce menu costing in accordance with new menus

- Oversee roster production for the Restaurant to ensure required coverage

- Communicate promptly, clearly and concisely to General Manager and team members on all matters.

- High level understanding of Hotel, Restaurant and resort operations.

- Comply with T&L;'s OH&S; Policy, procedures and any reasonable instruction given by WDAP





How You’ll Be Rewarded

Build your career with a value driven organisation that promotes continual growth and development for its people. Some of our many benefits on offer include:

- Full time position - 38 hours per week

- Discounted resort stays across Australia, Current Zealand and Fiji

- Subsidised private health insurance coverage (following successful probation completion)

- Opportunities for career development

- Birthday leave to celebrate your special day!

- Join a fun, dynamic team environment!

What You’ll Bring

- Demonstrated experience in a similar Head Chef or Chef de Partie role

- Relevant trade qualifications

- Genuine passion for food, quality, and presentation and guest experience

- Strong organisation and problem-solving skills

- Calm under pressure with a positive, can-do attitude

- Flexibility to work a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays

Why You’ll Love It Here

At The Virgin Kitchen, you’ll be part of something bigger — supported by one of the world’s leading hospitality organisations, Travel + Leisure Co. Enjoy a culture where your creativity is valued and your growth is encouraged.

We offer:

- Competitive salary commensurate to skills and experience

- Discounts on accommodation, dining, and lifestyle experiences worldwide

- Opportunities to grow across a global network of resorts and restaurants

- Supportive, professional kitchen environment with strong leadership

Bring your passion, precision, and creativity to The Virgin Kitchen — where great food and good company come together.

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