Head Chef

Sociable Tech Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Montra Investment Holdings Pty Ltd is seeking a Head Chef to oversee all kitchen operations at our Melbourne venue, ensuring exceptional food quality, presentation, hygiene and cost control while effectively leading the kitchen team.

You will develop seasonal menus, manage inventory and suppliers, monitor performance, train and mentor staff, ensure compliance with food safety and WHS standards, and collaborate with management to meet business goals.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Head Chef or Executive Chef experience in high-volume or fine dining.
• Qualifications in Commercial Cookery (Cert III/IV) or equivalent.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills; knowledge of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene.
• Develop innovative and seasonal menus while maintaining cost control and efficiency.
• Lead, train and mentor kitchen staff; ensure compliance with food safety and WHS standards.
• Manage inventory, ordering and supplier relationships to maintain cost-effective operations.

Skills

Leadership

Cost control

Inventory management

Food safety

Communication

Menu development

Education

Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Montra Investment Holdings Pty Ltd We are seeking a Head Chef to oversees all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, hygiene, cost control, and staff leadership who can drive innovation through seasonal menu development, efficient supplier management, and continuous improvement to enhance the dining experience and support business goals. The position plans and organises the preparation and cooking of food in a dining or catering establishment.

Benefits & responsibilities

The main duties of the role include: Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene. Develop innovative and seasonal menus while maintaining cost control and efficiency.

Lead, train, and mentor kitchen staff, fostering a positive and professional work environment. Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations and workplace health and safety standards. Manage inventory, ordering, and supplier relationships to maintain cost-effective operations.

Collaborate with management to enhance the dining experience and meet business objectives. Monitor kitchen performance, implement improvements, and uphold consistency in service. planning menus, estimating food and labour costs, and ordering food supplies monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation discussing food preparation issues with Managers, Dietitians and kitchen and waiting staff demonstrating techniques and advising on cooking procedures preparing and cooking food explaining and enforcing hygiene regulations may select and train staff may freeze and preserve foods

Qualification & experience

You will possess a minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume or fine dining establishment and hold Relevant qualifications in Commercial Cookery (Certificate Ill or IV) or equivalent. You will be required to possess strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills. You must have excellent knowledge of food safety regulations and kitchen best practices.

You will have the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. You will possess experience in cost control, budgeting, and inventory management. You will need creativity and passion for food, with a strong focus on quality and innovation.

About Company

We are a vibrant pub and live-venue in Melbourne, Victoria. Work Type: Full time Salary: $77000-80000 Job Publish: 12-10-2026 Job Expire: 11-11-2026