We’re looking for a passionate, commercially savvy and hands-on Head Chef to lead our kitchen crew and deliver a food experience worthy of the beer sitting next to it.

This is a role for someone who loves the buzz of hospitality, knows how to build a team and can run a disciplined, high-performing kitchen without losing the fun along the way.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will:

- Lead, coach and inspire the BOH crew through everything from prep to a pumping Friday night service
- Own the day-to-day kitchen operation, keeping standards high and service running smoothly
- Manage labour, stock, COGS and waste to deliver strong commercial results
- Keep looking for smarter ways to improve quality, efficiency and the way we work
- Work closely with the FOH crew to create an awesome experience for our guests
- Bring your ideas to the table and contribute to menu development alongside the Executive Chef and venue leadership
- Take ownership of food safety, HACCP and WHS standards
- Most importantly, build a kitchen culture where good people want to come to work and do their best

About You

- Experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a busy kitchen




- Strong commercial know-how and a solid understanding of labour, food costs, stock and waste
- A genuine passion for great food and consistently high standards
- The confidence to coach, develop and manage a diverse kitchen team
- A calm head when the docket printer starts going wild
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A collaborative approach and a belief that FOH and BOH are one team
- Plenty of energy, ideas and a positive outlook

The Perks

- Be part of a well-known and growing hospitality brand
- Work with a supportive leadership team
- Opportunity to shape menus, culture and kitchen performance
- Environmentally and socially conscious organisation - we're a B Corp, 1% for the Planet member and a Certified Top 50 Excellent Place to Work.
- 50% off F&B; (for you and your mates) at 4 Pines venues, Boardriders apparel, 4 Pines merch, and other discounts at our partnership venues.

If you’re ready to take ownership of a kitchen and lead from the front, apply now.

📌 Head Chef (Torquay)
🏢 4 Pines Brewing Company
📍 Torquay