Head Chef

Frontline Recruitment Group; Longreach Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Outback lifestyle

Supportive ownership group

Job summary

Frontline Recruitment Group is partnering with a iconic country pub in regional Queensland to recruit a Head Chef. You will lead all kitchen operations, mentor a passionate team, and uphold the venue’s reputation for quality food and guest experiences.

Your role includes menu planning, seasonal development, food-cost control, stock management, HACCP compliance, and recruiting kitchen staff. Embrace an authentic outback lifestyle, strong community connections, excellent work‑life balance, and a

Qualifications

• Previous Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up.
• Experience in busy pubs, bistros, hotels, or high-volume venues.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Solid understanding of rostering, food costing, and stock control.
• Exceptional organisational and time-management abilities.
• Knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards.
• A passion for quality food and delivering great customer experiences.

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring, and developing the kitchen team.
• Managing daily kitchen operations and service periods.
• Menu planning and seasonal menu development.
• Food cost control, stock management, and ordering.
• Ensuring food safety and compliance standards are maintained.
• Driving consistency, quality, and presentation across all offerings.
• Recruiting and training kitchen staff as required.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Food safety HACCP

Food costing

Stock control

Time management

Menu planning

Recruitment

Job description

Job description

• Lead a passionate kitchen team in a thriving country pub
• Showcase your creativity while driving quality and consistency
• Enjoy a genuine outback lifestyle with a strong community atmosphere

About the Company

This iconic Longreach venue is a local favourite, welcoming locals, workers, tourists, and travellers year-round. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, quality pub dining, and strong community presence, the venue prides itself on delivering great food, genuine hospitality, and memorable guest experiences.
With a supportive ownership group and a loyal team in place, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact while enjoying the lifestyle benefits that come with living and working in regional Queensland.

About the Role

As Head Chef, you'll lead all kitchen operations and play a key role in maintaining the venue's reputation for quality food and service.
Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, mentoring, and developing the kitchen team
• Managing daily kitchen operations and service periods
• Menu planning and seasonal menu development
• Food cost control, stock management, and ordering
• Ensuring food safety and compliance standards are maintained
• Driving consistency, quality, and presentation across all offerings
• Recruiting and training kitchen staff as required

Your Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
• Experience working in busy pubs, bistros, hotels, or high-volume venues
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Solid understanding of rostering, food costing, and stock control
• Exceptional organisational and time-management abilities
• Knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards
• A passion for quality food and delivering great customer experiences

Your Benefits and Rewards:

• Competitive salary package
• Work with a supportive group who value their team
• Opportunity to put your stamp on menus and kitchen culture
• Stable, long-term career opportunity
• Live and work in one of Queensland's most iconic regional communities
• Excellent work-life balance and lifestyle benefits