Como Sociale is a brand-new Italian restaurant opened in Ballarat, and we're looking for passionate head chef to join our kitchen team.

We're building a team that cares about great food, consistency, quality and creating an amazing dining experience.

We're looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen and help establish the food direction for Como Sociale.

What you'll be responsible for:
Leading and managing the kitchen team
Preparing and executing a up-to-date Italian menu
Maintaining high food quality and presentation standards
Menu preparation and recipe development
Food costing, ordering and stock control
Managing food and labour costs
Rostering and training kitchen staff
Ensuring food safety and kitchen hygiene standards
Maintaining consistency during busy service
Working closely with management to develop specials and seasonal menus

What we're looking for:
Minimum 3 years' experience in a senior chef/head chef role
Robust Italian or modern European cuisine experience preferred
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Strong understanding of food costing and kitchen operations
Ability to work under pressure in a busy restaurant environment




Passion for quality food and presentation
Reliable, organised and hands-on approach

Salary: $80000–$85000 + superannuation, depending on experience. Incentive for meeting KPI’s

Visa sponsorship may be available for the right applicant, subject to skills, experience and eligibility.

Experience with Italian cuisine is highly regarded, but we're also happy to train the right candidates.

This is an exciting prospect to join Como Sociale and be part of a new restaurant and kitchen team in Ballarat.

Immediate interviews available.

Location: Ballarat, VIC
Head Chef: $80000–$85000 + super + Incentive’s for meeting KPI’s

To apply: Send your resume and a brief introduction about yourself and your experience.

Como Sociale

Pay: $80,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Employee discount
Free drinks
Free food
Visa sponsorship

Ability to commute/relocate:
Ballarat VIC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:
Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

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