We're Hiring: Talented Sous or Head Chef for Day/Night Service at Iconic eatery in Melbourne's North with an overarching role for dinner service.
About Us:
High quality cafe/eatery now looking for a talented senior chef to continue with building and transforming this highly reputable eatery in Melbourne's north.
The Role:
We’re seeking a talented, creative and motivated Head Chef or experienced Sous Chef to further motivate and lead the existing kitchen brigade.
This role is ideal for a chef who is ready to step up, express their creativity, and help bring something new to life. WE require a solid candidate who can express their creativity, control food and labour cost to industry standards, and to work with the owner and venue manager to improve the overall offering.
Sponsorship for the right candidate.
What You'll Be Doing:
Accountable to operate the kitchen, ordering and CGS/Labour rostering and control
Assisting with kitchen prep, service and operations
Create and lead the daytime and dinner service
Bringing creativity and fresh ideas to menu development and presentation
Upholding high standards of food quality, consistency,
and hygiene
Contributing to a positive and respectful kitchen culture
About You:
Proven experience in a quick-paced kitchen environment (ideally at Sous/Head chef level)
Strong foundation in up-to-date Australian or international cuisine
A genuine passion for seasonal, produce-driven food
Team-focused with excellent communication and leadership skills
Calm under pressure, with attention to detail and pride in your work
Available evenings and weekends as we build our dinner service
Can utilise Deputy software and basic Microsoft suite/office skills
Why Join Us?
Be part of something from the ground up
Creative input and growth opportunities
A supportive, tight-knit hospitality team
Work in a unique heritage venue with a bold recent vision
Competitive pay based on experience, KPI bonus.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Free food
Salary packaging
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Preferred)
Pay: $85,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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