Hoopla Kitchen & Bar Bayswater pty ltd – Bayswater VIC

Primarily Build and set up Kitchen prior to open

The Head Chef is responsible for leading all kitchen operations at Hoopla Bayswater, ensuring consistent food quality, robust team performance, efficient service, and full compliance with food safety and operational standards. This role sets the culture, systems, and workflow of the kitchen and ensures the venue operates to Hoopla's brand standards.

Key responsibilities

- Lead, mentor, and support all kitchen staff
- Build a positive, structured, high-performing kitchen culture
- Manage kitchen rosters in line with labour targets
- Provide ongoing training, coaching, and performance feedback
- Maintain strong communication with the Venue Manager and FOH leadership
- Ensure all staff follow Hoopla policies, procedures, and safety standards
- Deliver consistent,



high-quality food aligned with Hoopla's menu and brand expectations
- Ensure correct presentation, portion control, and speed of service
- Oversee daily kitchen operations from open to close
- Manage ordering, stock control, stocktakes, and supplier relationships

About you

- Ability to lead, mentor, and support kitchen staff
- Experience managing kitchen rosters and labour targets
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and OH&S; requirements
- Experience with ordering, stock control, and stocktakes
- Ability to maintain compliance with all relevant legislation and internal policies
- Professional conduct and ability to represent the brand positively

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📌 Head Chef (Melbourne)
🏢 Hoopla Kitchen & Bar Bayswater
📍 Melbourne