Head Chef

Armidale Servies Club; Armidale; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Armidale Servies is seeking an experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef to lead our kitchen across the Club's bistro, café, functions and catering operations in regional NSW. You will own menu development, food quality, team performance and stock control while delivering outstanding dining experiences.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead chefs and kitchen attendants, recruit and mentor staff, manage food and labour costs, ensure food safety compliance, and collaborate with venue

Qualifications

• Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef experience in high-volume hospitality.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Strong leadership and people management.
• Experience managing food and labour costs.
• Experience creating and implementing menus and kitchen procedures.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.
• Calm and solutions-focused under pressure.
• Alignment with the Club's mission and community focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations across the Club.
• Develop seasonal menus and drive innovation across the food offering.
• Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency.
• Manage food and labour costs to achieve budget targets.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop kitchen team members.
• Create efficient kitchen systems and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, WHS, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage stock ordering, supplier relationships, and inventory controls.
• Work collaboratively with venue leaders to support events, promotions, and functions.
• Contribute to the strategic growth and direction of the Club's hospitality offering.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Menu development

Cost control

Communication

Food safety supervision

Kitchen operations

Job description

Armidale, Tamworth & Northwest NSW
Chefs/Cooks (Hospitality & Tourism)
Full Time
$95,000 – $100,000 per year + Superannuation

Lead the Kitchen. Shape the Future.

Are you an experienced Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef ready to take ownership of a thriving hospitality operation?

At Armidale Servies, we're looking for an exceptional culinary leader to drive our food offering, inspire our kitchen team, and help shape the next chapter of one of regional NSW's leading community clubs.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a progressive organisation that serves thousands of members and guests across our bistro, café, functions, events, and catering operations. You'll have the autonomy to lead, innovate, and influence our food direction while working alongside a supportive leadership team committed to continuous improvement and growth.

About the Role

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of our kitchen operations. You'll oversee menu development, food quality, team performance, stock control, and compliance while ensuring every guest receives an outstanding dining experience.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead a team of chefs, apprentices, and kitchen attendants, fostering a positive culture focused on quality, consistency, and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all kitchen operations across the Club
• Develop seasonal menus and drive innovation across the food offering
• Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency
• Manage food and labour costs to achieve budget targets
• Recruit, train, mentor, and develop kitchen team members
• Create efficient kitchen systems and workflows
• Ensure compliance with food safety, WHS, and regulatory requirements
• Manage stock ordering, supplier relationships, and inventory controls
• Work collaboratively with venue leaders to support events, promotions, and functions
• Contribute to the strategic growth and direction of the Club's hospitality offering

To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Have

• Demonstrated experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume hospitality environment
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Proven experience managing food and labour costs
• Experience creating and implementing menus and kitchen procedures
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Strong communication and coaching skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• A calm and solutions-focused approach under pressure
• Alignment with the Club's mission, vision, and community focus

Why You'll Love Working with Us

At Armidale Servies, we know great kitchens are built by great leaders. That's why we invest in our people and provide the support needed to succeed.

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• A leadership role with genuine influence and autonomy
• A supportive executive team committed to your success
• Opportunities to innovate and showcase your culinary expertise
• Rosters posted 2 weeks in advance to support work-life balance
• A free espresso coffee (or your drink of choice) each shift
• Free uniforms
• Birthday gift card each year
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in a community-focused organisation

About Armidale Servies

Armidale Servies is more than a Club - we're a community organisation dedicated to creating memorable experiences for our members, guests, and region. Through hospitality, entertainment, and community support, we're committed to making a positive difference and being a venue our community is proud of.

If you're a passionate culinary leader ready to elevate our food offering and lead a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close: Sunday 22nd November 2026 (or earlier if a suitable candidate is identified).