Head Chef

Amalfi Fresh Pasta; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration based on 경험

Lead and shape your own kitchen team

Staff discounts across pasta and menu

Professional development and career {"

Supportive and collaborative working环境

Job summary

Amalfi Fresh Pasta, located at Chadstone, seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team in a full-time role. You will drive authentic Italian cuisine, oversee daily operations, and ensure exceptional food quality while managing costs and efficiency.

You will mentor staff, implement robust systems, and collaborate with management to meet financial targets, uphold standards, and deliver outstanding dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' professional kitchen experience, incl. 2+ years in Head Chef role.
• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and pasta-making.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Experience with menu development and food costing.
• Understanding of stock control, ordering and waste management.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Hands-on leadership under pressure.
• Knowledge of food safety and workplace safety requirements.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing all daily kitchen operations and service.
• Developing menus and dishes reflecting our authentic Italian philosophy.
• Maintaining food quality, consistency and presentation standards.
• Recruiting, training and mentoring kitchen team members.
• Managing food costs, gross profit, stock control and wastage.
• Overseeing ordering, inventory and supplier relationships.
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards.
• Implementing effective kitchen systems, procedures and preparation schedules.
• Working closely with venue management to achieve targets.

Skills

Leadership

Italian cuisine

Team management

Menu development

Food costing

Stock control

Communication

Food safety

Flexibility

Job description

Amalfi Fresh Pasta is seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team at Chadstone.

This is a full-time opportunity for a motivated culinary professional with a strong understanding of authentic Italian cuisine, traditional pasta-making and kitchen management.

As Head Chef, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, lead and develop your team, maintain exceptional food quality and presentation, and take responsibility for kitchen performance, food costs and operational efficiency.

We are looking for someone who leads by example, takes pride in their craft and is passionate about delivering consistently outstanding food.

About the role

Amalfi Fresh Pasta is seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team at Chadstone.

This is a full-time opportunity for a motivated culinary professional with a strong understanding of authentic Italian cuisine, traditional pasta-making and kitchen management.

As Head Chef, you will oversee daily kitchen operations, lead and develop your team, maintain exceptional food quality and presentation, and take responsibility for kitchen performance, food costs and operational efficiency.

We are looking for someone who leads by example, takes pride in their craft and is passionate about delivering consistently outstanding food.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and managing all daily kitchen operations and service.
• Developing menus and dishes that reflect our authentic Italian philosophy.
• Maintaining food quality, consistency and presentation standards.
• Recruiting, training and mentoring kitchen team members.
• Managing food costs, gross profit, stock control and wastage.
• Overseeing ordering, inventory and supplier relationships.
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards.
• Implementing effective kitchen systems, procedures and preparation schedules.
• Working closely with venue management to achieve operational and financial targets.

What we're looking for

• Minimum 5 years' professional kitchen experience, including at least 2 years in a Head Chef or senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and traditional pasta-making techniques.
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities.
• Experience with menu development, food costing and financial management.
• Strong understanding of stock control, ordering and waste management.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A hands-on leadership approach and ability to perform under pressure.
• Knowledge of food safety and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration based on experience.
• An opportunity to lead and shape your own kitchen team.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Staff discounts across our fresh pasta and menu offerings.

About us

Amalfi Fresh Pasta celebrates authentic Italian cuisine and the art of traditional pasta-making. Located in Chadstone, we pride ourselves on premium ingredients, time-honoured techniques and genuine Italian hospitality.

Please note: This is not a sponsored position. Employer sponsorship is not available.