Tucked within Verandah Precinct, Social Dining is Sydney CBD's semi-alfresco hideaway on Elizabeth Street — a celebration of modern Australian cuisine built on house-made pastas, premium butcher's cuts, fresh seafood and seasonal produce.
Perfect for long lunches and casual catch-ups by day, Social Dining transforms by night into the Precinct's "jewel in the crown" events space - hosting celebrations and corporate events.We're part of the Tilley & Wills Hospitality Group — an independent, multi-award-winning crew who've been raising the bar across NSW, QLD and South Australia for over 30 years.
We don't do average.
We do Awesome, Not Average.The RoleWe're on the hunt for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at one of Sydney CBD's most-loved dining rooms.
You'll drive the menu, the standard and the culture — bringing heart and soul to every dish, from house-made pastas to premium cuts,



while leading a team that takes genuine pride in the pass.What You'll Be DoingLeading and developing the kitchen team across daily service and eventsDesigning and executing a seasonal menu built on quality local produceMaintaining consistency and excellence across every dish, every serviceManaging food cost, ordering, stock control and kitchen budgetsEnsuring full HACCP, WHS and food safety compliance at all timesWorking closely with the Restaurant Manager and events team to deliver a seamless experience, from long lunches to weddingsYou AreAn experienced Head Chef or senior Sous Chef ready to step upSkilled across up-to-date Australian cuisine, house-made pasta and premium proteinsA confident leader who builds and mentors a strong kitchen teamCommercially minded, with solid experience managing costs and stockCalm, organised and switched on across both service and eventsThe PerksFull-time hours leading a premier CBD kitchen50% off food & beverage across all Tilley & Wills venuesAccess to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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📌 Head Chef - Social Dining (New South Wales)
🏢 Verandah Precint
📍 New South Wales