Executive Chef

RGIT Australia; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The Canberra Southern Cross Club is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the Tuggeranong CSCC kitchen. The role focuses on menu creation, kitchen management, and delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests at daily service and special events.

You will oversee menu development, staff hiring and training, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations while driving costs control and quality standards. This is a full-time permanent senior position in the Canberra region.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience as an Executive Chef or similar role.
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design menus with the kitchen team.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Manage kitchen staff including hiring, training and performance reviews.
• Control food costs and manage inventory.
• Collaborate with front-of-house for seamless service.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Strategise with management for revenue growth opportunities.
• Foster a positive, inclusive kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Food safety

Organisational skills

Communication

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Greenway, Australian Capital Territory 2900, Australia A$110,266.2 - A$117,314.9

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 15 Jul 2026

Description

Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead the kitchen team in our Tuggeranong Canberra Southern Cross Club (CSCC) Venue. The Executive Chef will be responsible for menu creation, kitchen management, and ensuring exceptional dining experiences for our guests, from day-to-day service to special events.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the team on developing and designing menus.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training and performance reviews.
• Control food costs and manage inventory.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Strategise with management and your team for revenue growth opportunities.
• Assist in maintaining a positive working culture in the kitchen where all staff feel welcome and valued.

Qualifications:

• At least 3-5 years experience an as Executive Chef or in a similar role within the hospitality industry.
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Company Overview

The Canberra Southern Cross Club has proudly served the Canberra community for over 50 years, channelling our profits to support over 350 community groups, making a significant impact to the lives of Canberrans. Operating across two main divisions of Hospitality and Health and Wellness. Operating licensed clubs in Woden, Tuggeranong, Jamison, and the Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club. Four Anytime Fitness franchises and Stellar Canberra in Woden, which includes Group Exercise, Stellar Swim School, a dedicated Women's Gym and allied Health and Wellness tenants. We live by our vision, mission and values. Our Vision is all about what we are trusted for - excellence, care and being progressive. Our Mission is why we exist – to enrich our Community and our Values are lived out each day through the CSCC Way: Community. We care for our community, our people & our environment. Service. We strive for excellence, providing good times & good memories. Committed. We are accountable & act with integrity & respect. Culture. We are collaborative, compassionate & inclusive. People who are part of the Canberra Southern Cross Club share the same values and help create a culture that ensures the success of our business.