About the role

This is a Head Chef position in a commercial kitchen setting, responsible for preparing ingredients, operating high-end kitchen equipment, and maintaining quality standards across food preparation and presentation.

Key responsibilities

- Prepare ingredients and ensure readiness from raw materials (RM) to semi-finished (SFG) and finished goods (FG)

- Estimate and assist in controlling food and labour costs

- Operate and maintain high-end kitchen equipment (e.g. chargrill, deep fryer, oven, blixer)

- Assist in menu planning and creation of specials with senior chefs

- Season, portion, plate, and garnish dishes with precision and consistency

- Ensure quality of ingredients and finished dishes meets Zahli standards

- Minimise waste through efficient kitchen practices

- Maintain hygiene and sanitation practices in compliance with NSW Health regulations

- Train and support junior kitchen staff and trainees





- Adhere to company policies and customer service standards

About you

- Minimum 2 years' experience as a Cook or Sous Chef in a commercial kitchen

- Holds an AQF Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent)

- Experience in Middle Eastern cuisine is highly regarded

- Proven track record in a fine dining or high-volume kitchen

- Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene practices

- Excellent English communication skills – verbal and written

- High attention to detail and quality

- Able to work under pressure and meet tight timelines

- Reliable, motivated, and team-oriented

- Strong time-management and organisational skills

- Police check required

Kindly submit your CV to [email protected]

📌 HEAD CHEF (The Rocks)
🏢 Zahli Restaurant
📍 The Rocks