Peekaboo Erina is seeking an experienced, hands-on Head Chef for an IMMEDIATE START. This is a hands‑on cooking role for a new family entertainment and hospitality venue in Erina Fair. You will take ownership of the kitchen, contribute to the development of the food offering and lead the kitchen team from the front, actively cooking and working alongside the team during service.

Key responsibilities

Contribute to the development and implementation of the opening menu

Contribute to ongoing menu creation, development and seasonal updates

Prepare and cook food during daily service

Lead by example by actively cooking alongside the kitchen team

Manage the day‑to‑day operation of the kitchen

Oversee food preparation and coordinate service during busy periods

Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency

Manage ordering of food, ingredients and kitchen supplies

Manage stock levels, stock rotation and inventory

Monitor food costs,



portion control and minimise waste

About you

Previous experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or experienced senior chef ready to step up

Genuinely hands‑on and enjoys cooking

Can confidently lead and organise a kitchen team

Strong organisational and time‑management skills

Understands food costs, stock control and waste management

Robust food safety and hygiene knowledge

Confident contributing ideas and developing menus

Reliable, practical and takes ownership of their kitchen

Weekend availability is essential

About us

Peekaboo Erina is a new family entertainment and hospitality venue opening in Erina Fair, Central Coast NSW.

Contact Natalie on *** or *******@peekabooerina.com.au with any questions about the role.

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📌 Head Chef - IMMEDIATE START (Gosford)
🏢 Peekaboo Erina
📍 Gosford