WE'RE HIRING — HEAD CHEF

Experienced Head Chef Position Available- Full-Time Chance (Sponsorship Welcome)

Position has come up in one of our venues close to city. Our group has multiple venues including cafes, restaurants and function centre spread across Melbourne West, City and South East.

We're looking for an experienced, hands-on Head Chef who knows how to lead a team, run an efficient kitchen and consistently deliver exceptional food.

We're looking for someone who can take ownership of the kitchen, build and lead a strong team and help take our cafe to the next level.

THE ROLE

As Head Chef, you'll be responsible for the overall performance of our kitchen, from food quality and presentation to staffing, ordering, stock control and profitability.

You'll lead by example, set high standards and create a kitchen environment where everyone knows their role and takes pride in their work.

Your key responsibilities:

- Lead, train and develop a reliable, high-performing kitchen team.
- Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
- Maintain consistently high standards of food quality, flavour and presentation.
- Manage food costs, portion control, wastage and kitchen profitability weekly.
- Plan kitchen rosters and manage labour costs in line with business needs.
- Take ownership of stock control, ordering, inventory and supplier relationships.
- Develop and execute seasonal menus, specials and new food offerings.
- Establish clear kitchen systems, prep lists, recipes and operating procedures.
- Maintain excellent food safety, hygiene and cleaning standards.
- Work closely with the café manager and owner to improve service, productivity and overall business performance.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a someone who is confident, organised,



commercially minded and genuinely passionate about hospitality.

You'll bring:

- Proven experience as a Head Chef in a busy, high volume kitchen.
- Excellent leadership, communication and team-building skills.
- A solid understanding of food costing, labour management and kitchen profitability.
- Experience creating seasonal menus using fresh, quality ingredients plus monthly specials.
- The ability to handle busy services without compromising quality.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- A proactive, solutions-focused attitude.
- A genuine commitment to cleanliness, consistency and accountability.

Most importantly, someone who takes ownership. Someone who don't wait to be told what needs doing. You see opportunities, solve problems and make things happen.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

- Work in an established neighbourhood café with a loyal customer base.
- Enjoy daytime café hours — no late-night dinner services.
- Have creative input into seasonal menus and new food concepts.
- Work directly with an owner who is passionate about growing the business.
- Opportunity to build your own team and make a genuine impact.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Be part of a café that's deeply connected to its local community.
- We could offer sponsorship to the right Head Chef. If you have at least 12 months left on your visa.

SOUND LIKE YOU?

If you're an experienced chef who loves great food, thrives in a busy kitchen and has the leadership skills to back it up, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply with your CV and a brief introduction outlining your leadership experience and the kitchens you've managed.

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food
- Visa sponsorship

Experience:

- Similar: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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