We have a great opportunity for a Senior Head Chef to lead our new Functions & Events precinct alongside our current bistro kitchen team. Located in the Trade Coast Hotel. This is a position for an experienced Head Chef who is passionate about providing great quality food and leadership in a high volume venue.

Key Responsibilities;
Strong leadership skills, hire your new banquet team to drive best standards
Lead food production across corporate events, weddings, special events - consistently on-brand, consisently excellent
Partner with Sales & Events and Function Operations for seamless execution from brief to service.
Manage food costs, budgets and stock control for both hotel & functions
Own kitchen readiness against run sheets and event briefs - timing, plating, presentation & guest experience
Maintain food safety, hygiene and OH&S; standards across all prep and service
Ability to achieve budgeted payroll and rostering efficiency.

What you will bring:




Proven leadership in a banquets or events kitchen - weddings and events experience a strong plus
A creative eye that treats every event as a chance to impress
Calm, decisive leadership when timelines are tight and stakes are high
Sharp budget instincts without compromising the guest experience
A team-oriented style - you will be tight with the kitchen team, C&E; and Function Ops

If you are interested in joining a fabulous and stable kitchen team and have enthusiasm, robust leadership and a creative streak please apply now. Pay: $95,000.00 – $125,000.00 per year

Advantages
Employee discount

Education:
Certificate I - IV (Required)

Experience:
Banquet: 3 years (Preferred)
Head Chef: 3 years (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:
Food Safety Supervisors Certificate (Required)

Work Authorisation:
Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Head Chef/kitchen Manager Pinkenba
🏢 FV
📍 Pinkenba