Head Chef

Compass Group Pty Limited; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Retail discounts

Paid parental leave

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Compass Group Pty Limited in Toowoomba, QLD, is seeking a Head Chef to lead a high-performing culinary team and elevate food experiences across catering operations.

You will oversee menu design, food preparation and service, drive innovation, ensure quality and safety, and manage financial and people performance for the business.

Qualifications

• Experience managing food safety, compliance, labour costs and financial performance in high-volume catering or hospitality.
• Strong multi-outlet experience in high-volume catering environments with ability to lead diverse catering operations.
• Creative culinary leadership with focus on fresh flavours and local produce.
• Proven ability to lead, develop and inspire teams through training and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing culinary team in Toowoomba region.
• Oversee delivery of catering services including menu design, food prep and service.
• Drive quality, innovation, nutrition and customer satisfaction.
• Manage operational, financial and people performance of the business.
• Provide hands-on leadership and establish strong client relationships.

Skills

Food safety

Labour cost management

Financial performance

Team leadership

Communication

Client relations

Menu design

Culinary creativity

Operational excellence

Flexibility

Job description

Head Chef

Toowoomba, QLD

• Attractive remuneration and benefits package
• Excellent training and career development opportunities
• Join a well-established and respected company

Today and tomorrow, at Compass Group, we serve a better future by enriching people, communities and our planet. We do this because we believe that everyone should be seen and nourished as a whole person. We focus on the individual, their needs and, more broadly, creating positive impacts within the community.

The Position

• Based in the Toowoomba region, you will lead a high-performing culinary team, driving exceptional food experiences, operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
• You will oversee the delivery of catering services, focusing on quality menu design, food preparation and service, innovation, emerging food trends, industry standards, nutrition, customer service and customer satisfaction.
• Leading an established and dedicated team, you will be accountable for the operational, financial and people performance of the business.
• Your hands-on approach to managing the operation will ensure your success, as will your willingness to go the extra mile to deliver outstanding results.
• Working closely with a variety of clients and customers, your excellent communication and relationship management skills will be key to delivering operational excellence.
• You will receive full administrative support and training in our management systems and enjoy the career opportunities that come with success in this role.

The Person

• Proven experience managing food safety, compliance, labour costs and financial performance within a high-volume catering or hospitality environment.
• Strong multi-outlet experience within high-volume catering operations, with a proven ability to lead diverse catering environments and deliver exceptional service across boardrooms, cafés, functions, fine dining experiences and sporting events.
• A passionate culinary leader who combines creativity, commercial acumen and a commitment to delivering exceptional food experiences.
• A natural leader with a unique approach to catering, bringing flair, warmth and outstanding cuisine in a friendly, casual setting.
• The ability to bring fresh ideas and demonstrate expertise in creating culinary benchmarks through modern flavours, presentation and the use of local produce.
• A demonstrated ability to lead, develop and inspire teams through effective leadership, training and safety compliance.
• An energetic, progressive and creative professional who remains pragmatic and focused in a dynamic and challenging environment.
• The ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, key clients and customers, supported by strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to work across a 7-day roster, as required by operational needs.

The Benefits

• Multiple salary packaging options to help your income go further.
• Access to more than 100 retail discounts.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers.
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities.

Please let us know whether you are open to relocating for this opportunity.