Job Description
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
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Job Description
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Placed.au is looking for a full-time Head Chef for our client in Hughesdale, Victoria. This role is responsible for leading kitchen operations, developing menus, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality food production in a dynamic hospitality environment. Job Description
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Develop and monitor kitchen budgets, taking into account labour, ingredients, and equipment costs to ensure cost-efficiency without compromising quality.
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Design and update menus that reflect seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and profitability goals.
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Oversee the recruitment, training, and career development of kitchen staff to maintain a high-performance team.
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Assign daily responsibilities and tasks to kitchen staff ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
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Supervise the preparation and final presentation of all dishes to ensure they meet brand and quality standards.
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Apply and teach advanced culinary techniques to support a high-quality, innovative menu offering.




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Inspect ingredients and completed dishes regularly to ensure they meet strict quality and consistency standards.
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Enforce rigorous adherence to health, hygiene, and food safety regulations in all kitchen processes.
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Qualifications / Attributes
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Must hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher, or at least 3 years of relevant work experience in lieu of the qualification.
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Strong understanding of kitchen budgeting, cost control, and inventory management.
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Advanced culinary training and hands-on experience in a variety of cooking techniques.
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Exceptional leadership, communication, and team management skills.
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Thorough knowledge of food safety and occupational health regulations.
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Creativity and passion for seasonal, quality-driven cuisine.
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Salary Range $75,000 – $90,000 per annum excluding superannuation.

📌 Head Chef (Victoria)
🏢 Placed Australia
📍 Victoria