Job Description
Tired of the same kitchen, the same menu and the same service every week?
Imagine leading the food experience at stunning weddings, major corporate functions, private celebrations and unforgettable events across South East Queensland.
One week you could be serving an intimate wedding feast at a private property.
The next, you could be leading the kitchen team for a major event with hundreds of guests.
GREAT CHEFS WANT TO WORK WITH GREAT CHEFS
GOOD PEOPLE WANT TO WORK WITH GOOD PEOPLE
If you care about producing exceptional food, leading a capable team and working alongside people who genuinely support one another, Valuable 2 Eat Catering wants to meet you.
This is more than another Head Chef job.
We are an award-winning professional off-site catering company operating from our commercial kitchen in Tanawha.
During busy periods, we deliver between 10 and 25 events each week, predominantly weddings and corporate functions.
No two weeks are the same, and that is exactly what makes this role exciting.
Event days are energetic, rewarding and fun.
Prep days are structured, organised and focused.
Established systems support preparation lists, recipes and ordering, allowing you to spend less time reinventing processes and more time leading your team.
About the role
This is a hands-on Head Chef position.
You will cook, lead preparation and attend events alongside your team.
You will also take responsibility for planning, rostering, food quality, costs and the development of your kitchen team.
You will be supported by an experienced Sous Chef and Operations Manager, along with the owners, event coordinators and warehouse team.
Key responsibilities




Lead daily kitchen preparation and professional off-site event delivery
Plan production across multiple events, menus and deadlines
Prepare kitchen rosters and coordinate chefs and kitchen hands
Attend logistics meetings with the Operations Manager and event team
Review menus, dietary requirements, run sheets and production plans
Manage food quality, presentation, consistency and portion control
Oversee ordering, food costs, waste and kitchen productivity
Train, support and develop the kitchen team
Maintain food safety, kitchen cleanliness and workplace standards
Communicate confidently with clients, venue coordinators and suppliers
Drive company vehicles to events when required
Contribute ideas to improve systems, processes and future menus
About you
You are an experienced chef who takes pride in both the food you produce and the way you lead people.
You understand that being a great Head Chef requires more than cooking ability.
It takes preparation, communication, accountability and the confidence to address problems before they affect the team or client.
Previous experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or senior kitchen leader
At least one year of demonstrated kitchen leadership experience
Strong event, function, banquet or high-volume catering experience
The ability to manage multiple events and changing priorities




Excellent organisation and time-management skills
Confidence leading a kitchen team of six or more people
Strong communication skills across kitchen and front-of-house teams
A calm, practical approach when plans change or pressure increases
A commitment to food quality, presentation and consistency
Sound knowledge of food safety and workplace health and safety
A current Australian driver's licence and confidence driving a van
Availability to work weekends and varied hours according to the event schedule
Experience towing a trailer would be helpful, but it is not essential.
The person we are looking for
Skills matter, but attitude and leadership matters just as much.
We want someone who leads by example, treats people with respect, takes responsibility, communicates early and enjoys bringing out the best in others.
Our goal is to continue to be recognised as one of the best catering companies across the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane.
We need a Head Chef who shares that ambition and understands that exceptional events are created by exceptional teams.
About Good 2 Eat Catering
Good 2 Eat Catering was established in **** and operates from our commercial kitchen in Tanawha on the Sunshine Coast.
We cater for weddings, corporate functions, conferences, retreats, private celebrations and major events across the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane and surrounding regions.
We were named Queensland's Best Caterer at the **** Australian Bridal Industry Awards and placed among the Top Three Independent Caterers in Australia in ****.
Our values
ABOVE & BEYOND
ACCOUNTABILITY
TEAMWORK
SUSTAINABILITY
COMMUNITY
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📌 Head Chef / Kitchen Manager | Event Catering | $100K + Kpi Bonus (Queensland)
🏢 Good 2 Eat Catering
📍 Queensland