Executive Chef: Creative Menus & Kitchen Leadership

NAMDEV ENTERPRISES PTY LTD; City of Lake Macquarie; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NAMDEV ENTERPRISES PTY LTD, operating Windsor Function Centre in New South Wales, seeks an experienced Chef to lead our kitchen team. You will shape exciting menus, supervise food preparation, and drive service excellence.

As a Kitchen Leader, you will manage staff, control costs, enforce health and safety standards, and ensure an outstanding dining experience for guests across all events. Knowledgeable, creative, and hands-on leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef in a similar environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Creativity and passion for food with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Solid understanding of budgeting and cost control.
• Knowledge of various cooking methods and techniques.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Menu Development: Create innovative and diverse menus that align with the theme and standards of Windsor Function Centre. Modify menus based on guest feedback and seasonal availability.
• Food Preparation: Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest standard, with attention to taste, presentation, and hygiene.
• Kitchen Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, including managing staff schedules, training, and performance evaluation.
• Inventory and Cost Management: Monitor inventory levels, order supplies, and manage the kitchen budget to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Maintain rigorous standards of cleanliness and food safety, ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations.
• Customer Satisfaction: Engage with guests to ensure their dining experience meets or exceeds expectations, addressing any concerns promptly.

Skills

Proven experience as a Chef

Leadership and team management

Creativity and passion for food

Organizational and multitasking

Budgeting and cost control

Cooking methods and techniques

Communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

NAMDEV ENTERPRISES PTY LTD, operating Windsor Function Centre in New South Wales, seeks an experienced Chef to lead our kitchen team. You will shape exciting menus, supervise food preparation, and drive service excellence.

As a Kitchen Leader, you will manage staff, control costs, enforce health and safety standards, and ensure an outstanding dining experience for guests across all events. Knowledgeable, creative, and hands-on leadership is essential.