Red Gum BBQ is looking for an experienced
Head Chef
to lead the kitchen at our award-winning Red Hill restaurant.
We're not your typical kitchen.
We cook authentic Southern-style BBQ over wood and fire, serving up the brisket, ribs, pulled pork and Southern favourites Red Gum BBQ has become known for.
We're looking for someone who loves great food, thrives in a busy environment and, most importantly, knows how to lead a team and run a seriously valuable kitchen.
What You'll Be Doing
You'll take ownership of our back of house operation, including:
Leading, mentoring and developing the kitchen team
Running smooth, organised, high-volume services
Managing rostering, labour, food costs, stock and wastage
Maintaining exceptional food quality and consistency
Driving food safety, HACCP and kitchen compliance
Improving systems and processes
Working closely with our FOH and leadership teams
Who We're Looking For
5+ years' experience leading busy, high-volume kitchens
Strong people leadership and team development skills




Excellent organisation and communication
Confidence managing kitchen costs and performance
A calm head under pressure
A proactive, hands-on approach and plenty of initiative
Relevant cookery qualifications
BBQ or smoking experience is a bonus, but not essential.
We can teach you BBQ — we're looking for someone who already knows how to lead.
Why Red Gum BBQ?
Competitive salary + super
Genuine ownership of your kitchen and team
Supportive, collaborative leadership team
Flexibility and a focus on sustainable working hours
Plenty of opportunity to bring your own ideas
A unique style of cooking in a pretty spectacular Red Hill location
If you're a strong kitchen leader looking for something a little different from the standard Head Chef gig, we'd love to hear from you.
APPLY NOW or send your resume and cover letter to Louise – ******

📌 Head Chef (Melbourne)
🏢 Red Gum BBQ
📍 Melbourne