Ready to take the lead in a busy, high-volume kitchen?
We’re seeking an experienced, hands-on Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations within a large hospitality venue in Pakenham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident kitchen leader who enjoys a quick-paced environment and is experienced across buffet, à la carte and international cuisine.

The Role:
Lead daily kitchen operations across buffet and à la carte services
Oversee a 250-seat buffet and busy sports bar kitchen
Manage ordering, food costs, budgets, stock and waste
Lead, train and develop the kitchen team
Maintain exceptional food safety and hygiene standards
Deliver consistent quality, presentation and service
Oversee international cuisine preparation and menu development
Work closely with venue leadership to drive kitchen performance

You are an experienced Head Chef with:
Proven experience in a high-volume hospitality environment




Solid buffet and catering experience
Demonstrated expertise in food cost and budget management
Experience leading kitchen teams within a pub, hotel or similar venue
Knowledge of international cuisine and menu development
A hands-on, organised approach to kitchen leadership
A genuine commitment to quality, consistency and team performance

What’s On Offer:
$95,000 + superannuation
Full-time, permanent position
Leadership of a large, high-volume kitchen operation
Chance to influence menus, kitchen operations and team performance
Established hospitality venue with a diverse food offering

If you’re ready to take ownership of a large-scale kitchen operation and lead a busy team, we’d love to hear from you.

📌 Chef Head Pakenham (Australia)
🏢 Frontline Hospitality Melbourne
📍 Australia