Job Description

The CANBERRA IRISH CLUB is a small friendly club, situated in Weston ACT. The Club offers a range of facilities and services to its members and guests including bar, dining, functions, gaming machines and entertainment

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We are seeking an experienced, motivated, and creative Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and deliver a high‐quality dining experience for our members and guests. This is a hands‐on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a busy environment, values consistency, and is passionate about great food.

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About the Role

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As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the overall management of our kitchen operations, including:

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- Leading, mentoring, and developing a small and dedicated kitchen team
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- Designing seasonal menus that balance creativity with customer preferences
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- Ensuring food quality, presentation, and portion control are consistently maintained
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- Overseeing stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
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- Managing food safety, hygiene standards, and compliance with ACT regulations
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- Coordinating kitchen rosters and supporting efficient wage and cost control
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- Working closely with management to deliver a strong, reliable, and modern bistro offering
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About You

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The ideal candidate will have:

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- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
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- Strong leadership and communication skills
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- Excellent understanding of modern Australian pub/club cuisine
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- Strong organisational and time‐management abilities
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- A commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety
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- Creativity in menu development and a passion for delivering memorable meals
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- The ability to thrive in a fast‐paced, customer‐focused environment
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What We Offer

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- A supportive and collaborative work environment
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- Market-competitive salary package based on experience
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- Opportunities to influence menu direction and kitchen operations
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- Job stability within a well‐established venue
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- Staff benefits and a positive workplace culture
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Applications close: 17th August 2026

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Your application will include the following questions:

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- Which of the following culinary arts qualifications have you obtained?
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- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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- Have you completed a chef apprenticeship?
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- How many years' experience do you have as a Head Chef?
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- Do you hold a current Food Safety certificate?
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- Do you hold a current Food Safety Supervisor certificate?
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- Do you have experience with menu planning & costing?
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- Do you have experience training & managing kitchen staff?
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