As Head Chef, you'll run the kitchen day-to-day and report directly to the Restaurant Manager. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives in a rapid-paced, high-volume venue and wants ownership over kitchen standards, food cost, and team culture.
Key responsibilities
- Lead, roster and develop the back-of-house team
- Own kitchen standards and consistency across all service periods
- Manage food cost, stock control, ordering and supplier relationships
- Ensure full compliance with food safety and WHS requirements
- Drive menu development in line with the venue's brand and concept
- Train, onboard and mentor kitchen staff
- Work closely with the Restaurant Manager on venue-wide standards and peak-period planning
About you
- Proven knowledge of handling and cooking steak.
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior Sous Chef in a high-volume venue
- Current Food Safety Supervisor certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong leadership, communication and rostering skills
- A cool head and steady pace during busy, high-energy service
- Availability across evenings and weekends
- A genuine passion for hospitality and building a great team culture
About us
Rowdy Ranch Surfers Paradise is a high-energy western-themed venue known for its mechanical bull, big bar program buzzing floor atmosphere as well as providing great service and cooking exceptionally well meals.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- The chance to shape kitchen operations and menu from the ground up
- A vibrant, high-energy venue in the heart of Surfers Paradise
- Support from an established F&B; leadership structure
📌 Head Chef (Surfers Paradise)
🏢 The Rowdy Ranch Steakhouse
📍 Surfers Paradise
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