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Proven experience as a Head Chef in a busy, fast-paced kitchen environment.

Experience developing new dishes, specials, and seasonal menu concepts; experimenting with flavours and techniques.

Experience leading, motivating, and supporting kitchen teams, fostering a professional, collaborative culture, and ment

Role Type On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Level 4

Description We're looking for a creative and passionate Head Chef who loves food, thrives on new ideas and wants to have a genuine influence on our kitchen and food offering. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining cooking and kitchen leadership with the opportunity to develop new dishes, experiment with flavours, work with local produce and contribute to the ongoing evolution of our menus and dining experiences.

You'll work closely with the Venue & Experience Manager and the kitchen & hospitality team to deliver consistently great food while bringing fresh ideas, creativity and innovation to the table. This role is perfect for a Head Chef who is ready to step beyond simply following recipes and wants the opportunity to create, influence and make their mark.

Key Responsibilities

Food, Menu Development & Innovation

Bring creativity and fresh ideas to our food offering

Develop new dishes, specials and seasonal menu concepts

Experiment with flavours, ingredients and different cooking techniques

Help shape and evolve our menus in line with customer trends and feedback

Make the most of local and seasonal produce

Work collaboratively with the Venue & Experience Manager to develop exciting food experiences and events

Keep up to date with food trends and identify opportunities to introduce new ideas

Ensure our food offering reflects the personality and unique character of Last St

Kitchen Leadership & Operations

Lead kitchen service periods and ensure smooth, efficient operations

Be a hands-on leader who is actively involved in cooking and service

Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency





Ensure dishes are prepared to agreed recipes and business standards

Take responsibility for kitchen leadership

Support the ongoing improvement of kitchen systems, processes and ways of working

Team Leadership

Lead, motivate and support the kitchen team during service

Create a positive, collaborative and professional kitchen culture

Support the training, development and mentoring of kitchen team members

Share your knowledge, skills and passion for food with the team

Lead by example and set high standards for quality, presentation and service

Food Preparation & Service

Be actively involved in food preparation, cooking and service

Ensure food is prepared and delivered to a consistently high standard

Monitor portion control and presentation

Ensure timely delivery of orders

Minimise food waste and identify opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency

Stock, Cost & Suppliers

Lead kitchen stock control, ordering and stock rotation

Work with suppliers to source quality ingredients

Explore new and interesting local produce and suppliers

Assist with food cost management and portion control

Identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve profitability

Food Safety & Compliance

Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness

Ensure appropriate food handling, storage and labelling processes are followed

Support compliance with food safety legislation and business requirements

Maintain a clean, organised and protected kitchen environment

Work with the Venue & Experience Manager to ensure kitchen compliance requirements are met

Company Overview Last St is a family-owned artisan distillery and brewery, located in Beechworth, regional Victoria. Our mission is to create flavourful drinks and experiences worth sharing. We have made our home in the historic brewery and lovingly restored it to its former glory, where as well as production we now host tours, tastings and dining experiences for thousands of visitors each week.

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