Head Chef – The British Hotel

Full-Time Position The British Hotel is seeking an experienced, motivated and hands-on Head Chef to lead our kitchen and take ownership of the day-to-day food operation.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in producing quality pub food, can lead a kitchen team effectively, and understands that running a successful kitchen is about more than just cooking. Food quality, consistency, portion control, staffing, stock management and controlling costs are all important parts of this role.

About the Role

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the overall operation and performance of the kitchen. You will work closely with hotel management to maintain a menu that delivers excellent food for our customers while remaining practical, effective and profitable.

Your responsibilities will include

- Leading and managing the kitchen team
- Maintaining consistently high standards of food quality and presentation
- Managing food preparation and service across the kitchen
- Menu development, specials and seasonal menu changes
- Monitoring food costs, margins, wastage and portion control
- Ordering, stock control and supplier management
- Managing kitchen labour and assisting with staff rostering
- Training, developing and supervising kitchen staff
- Maintaining kitchen cleanliness, organisation and equipment
- Ensuring food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements are followed
- Maintaining consistency during busy services
- Working closely with management to improve kitchen performance and profitability
- Helping develop food promotions and ideas that encourage customers to return





About You

We are looking for someone who:

- Has previous experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen position
- Has strong leadership skills and can get the best out of a kitchen team
- Is organised, reliable and able to take responsibility for the kitchen
- Has a strong understanding of food costs, margins, stock control and wastage
- Can produce quality food consistently, even during busy services
- Understands the importance of presentation, portion control and consistency
- Can contribute ideas for menus, specials and improving the overall food offering
- Communicates well with both kitchen and front-of-house staff
- Takes pride in maintaining a clean, organised and professional kitchen
- Has appropriate food safety knowledge and relevant qualifications
- Is prepared to be hands-on and lead by example

What We Offer

This is an opportunity to take ownership of the kitchen at The British Hotel and play an key role in developing our food offering.

We want a Head Chef who can bring experience and ideas to the role while working collaboratively with management to build a kitchen that delivers great food, consistent standards and sustainable profitability.

Salary and conditions will be negotiated based on experience.

If you're an experienced chef looking for a position where you can take responsibility, lead a team and have a genuine influence on the direction of the kitchen, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply with your resume and a brief introduction outlining your experience and what you could bring to The British Hotel.

📌 Head Chef (Adelaide)
🏢 The British Hotel Port Adelaide
📍 Adelaide