Head Chef

Starpro Pty Ltd; City of Wodonga; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Blazing Stump Hotel in Wodonga is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and oversee day-to-day operations.

This hands-on leadership role rewards high-quality food, team development and strong kitchen standards, with exposure to contemporary trends and modern twists.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will rotate 5 days including lunch and dinner, lead by example, and maintain a positive, productive work environment.

Qualifications

• Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery is required.
• Proven leadership and kitchen management experience preferred.
• Ability to plan, cost and manage menus and stock.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen team to ensure high-quality food and presentation.
• Supervise staff and coordinate all food preparation activities.
• Plan, develop and cost menus; manage ordering and deliveries.
• Lead and train kitchen employees in cooking and presentation.
• Maintain strong kitchen standards and a positive team environment.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Staff development

Communication

Pressure handling

Education

Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

The iconic Blazing Stump Hotel in Wodonga is looking for an experienced and motivated Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of our kitchen.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a chef who takes pride in delivering consistently high-quality food, developing their team and maintaining strong kitchen standards.

We are seeking a passionate professional that is organised and self-motivated with strong leadership qualities. We are looking for someone who not only maintains our great quality and consistency, but who also brings their knowledge of contemporary trends, modern twists, and flair.

This position offers a great opportunity for stability and great salary all packaged within an excellent company culture.

The role:

Lead the team, ensuring food preparation, cooking, and presentation is consistently high.

Supervise staff and coordinate all activities pertaining to food preparation.

Plan, develop and cost menus. Ordering, receiving, and checking of deliveries and other stock.

Lead and teach other kitchen employees in the preparation, cooking and presentation of food.

Strong leadership, administration and Management control

The Person:

Reporting to the General Manager you will be able to work a rotating roster over 5 days including lunch and dinner.

You must be passionate about food and able to lead by example, with drive, enthusiasm, and attention to detail.

You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be able to motivate and develop staff, and be adept at maintaining a positive team environment.

You must have the ability to work under pressure.

You will have successfully completed Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery.

What's in it for you?

Great salary and work life balance;

A professional and respectful working culture with a supportive team;

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia on a permanent basis.