1915 Pty Ltd is seeking a Head Chef to join their team!
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate culinary leader to take charge of kitchen operations at 1915, part of the thriving Hamo Hospitality group. The role offers genuine scope to shape seasonal menus, drive creativity across events and specials, and build a high-performing kitchen team, all while enjoying a supportive structure and a roster designed for real work-life balance.

About Us
1915 is part of Hamo Hospitality, a growing hospitality group with five standout venues across Geelong, including Mexicam's, Woolstore, The Retreat, and Paddock Bakery. Sister venue Woolstore Restaurant & Bar was recently named Best Contemporary Dining and Overall Best Regional Restaurant at the 2025 Golden Plate Awards, and has been named a finalist in the R&CA; Hostplus Awards for Excellence 2026. The group is known for its passionate teams and commitment to delivering memorable food and dining experiences across Geelong's dining scene.

What you'll be doing?

- Leading kitchen operations: Take ownership of all kitchen operations and service periods, ensuring smooth and efficient running of the kitchen day to day.
- Crafting seasonal menus: Develop and maintain innovative seasonal menus that reflect the 1915 brand, bringing fresh ideas to specials and event offerings.
- Upholding food standards: Ensure every dish is prepared and presented to consistently high standards of quality, taste, and presentation.
- Building the team: Recruit, train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff, fostering a positive, professional, and high-performance culture.
- Managing rosters and budgets: Create staff rosters that meet operational needs while managing food and labour costs within budget targets.
- Maintaining compliance: Ensure the kitchen consistently meets food safety regulations and health standards.
- Overseeing stock and suppliers: Manage stock control, ordering, and inventory,



while building strong relationships with local suppliers and producers to source quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Delivering for events: Design menus and oversee food execution for weddings, corporate functions, and special events, coordinating closely with front-of-house and event teams for seamless guest experiences.

Who are they looking for?

- Culinary leadership experience: A minimum of two years' experience in a similar role is required, with Head Chef, Executive Chef, or Senior Sous Chef experience preferred.
- Hands-on leadership style: A leader who leads from the front, inspiring the team through example and genuine passion for the craft.
- Confident decision-making: Strong managerial courage and the ability to make confident, sound decisions under pressure is a great asset.
- Food safety credentials: A current Food Safety Certificate is required, along with a solid understanding of HACCP and food handling procedures.
- Right to work: Candidates must hold Australian citizenship or permanent residency to be considered for this role.

Why you should consider this opportunity?
Our client offers an attractive remuneration package and other benefits, such as:

- Be part of an expanding hospitality group with exciting future opportunities
- Enjoy a strong and supportive professional environment
- Benefit from a roster designed to support a great work-life balance
- Have real input into an expanding business with scope for future growth
- Join a friendly, supportive team culture
- Access full HR, accounting, and administration support behind the scenes
- Work with industry software including Cooking the Books, Function Tracker, Nowbookit, and Microkeeper
- Superannuation on top of salary

How to apply Ready to join this role?
Click Apply now to submit your resume and share your availability and expected salary with us!

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background, and encourage anyone who feels aligned with this chance to apply.

All information received will be kept strictly confidential and will be used only for employment-related purposes.

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