About the role

As Head Chef, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day operation and performance of the kitchen at François Eatery, an award-winning neighbourhood eatery built around quality food, great coffee and genuine hospitality. The menu takes inspiration from European cooking while remaining approachable, seasonal and suited to the community served.

Key responsibilities
Leading, training and developing the kitchen team
Maintaining consistently high standards of food quality and presentation
Managing kitchen service in a busy, high-volume setting
Menu development and seasonal specials
Food costing, portion control and gross profit management
Ordering, stock control and supplier management
Rostering and effective management of kitchen labour
Maintaining food safety, cleanliness and compliance standards
Reducing wastage and improving kitchen efficiency
Working closely with management and FOH to deliver a seamless guest experience





About you
Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or senior kitchen leader
Qualified chef
Confident leading and developing a team
Able to remain organised and composed during busy services
Solid food and labour cost awareness
Understands stock control, ordering and kitchen systems
Takes pride in consistency and attention to detail
Hands-on and willing to lead from the front
Genuine passion for hospitality and creating great food
Available across a full time roster, including weekends

About us

François Eatery is a busy neighbourhood eatery built around quality food, great coffee and genuine hospitality. The business values quality, consistency, people and genuine hospitality, with an ownership team that is actively involved in the operation.

📌 Head Chef Mambourin
🏢 Francois Holdings
📍 Mambourin