Lead the kitchen. Shape the menus. Deliver memorable dining and events.

About the role

Lead the kitchen at Trade Coast Hotel, shaping menus and delivering memorable dining and events. You'll lead the kitchen team across bistro dining, bar meals and an expanding functions and events operation. From daily service to large celebrations, sporting lunches and charity events, you'll deliver food that combines quality, consistency and strong commercial results.

Key responsibilities
Lead, mentor and develop chefs and kitchen attendants, building a positive, skilled kitchen culture
Create and cost bistro, bar and event menus with delicious up-to-date Australian food with consistent presentation
Plan and deliver event catering, coordinating preparation, staffing and service timing with the functions team
Manage purchasing, stock, food costs,



kitchen labour and waste against agreed budgets
Maintain rigorous food safety, hygiene, allergen and WHS standards
Take a hands-on role in service, keeping the kitchen organised and calm under pressure

About you
Experienced Head Chef or Kitchen Manager with a strong background in hotel dining and high-volume functions or banqueting
Combine culinary skill with sound financial judgement and know how to deliver busy meal services alongside large events
Sponsorship available for the right candidate
Transparent communication, a practical approach and a commitment to developing your team
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery required
Food Safety Supervisor certification required

📌 Head Chef Kitchen Manager Pinkenba
🏢 The Trustee for THE PINK UNIT TRUST T/A Trade Coast Hotel
📍 Pinkenba