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 excellent 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
Solid 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 (Australia)
🏢 4 Pines Brewing
📍 Australia