Head Chef

BTF Pty Ltd; Peregian Beach; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peregian Surf Club in Peregian Beach, QLD, is seeking a Head Chef to join during pre-opening to set up the kitchen, establish culture and procedures, and shape menus for a broad customer base.

You will lead a high-performing kitchen team, drive strong commercial results, ensure top-quality food, hygiene and presentation, and coordinate stock and service workflows.

Qualifications

• At least two years of Head Chef experience.
• Experience with independent companies.
• Strong menu development skills and understanding of commercial outcomes.
• Proven ability to lead and develop kitchen teams.
• Opening experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire kitchen teams to deliver high-quality food and service.
• Write and develop menus that appeal to a broad customer demographic.
• Manage kitchen operations to support strong financial and operational performance.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and safety.
• Plan kitchen workflows, coordinate service and support effective stock management.
• Contribute to a positive, collaborative and performance-focused kitchen culture.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Menu development

Commercial awareness

Team leadership

Opening experience

Experience with independents

Job description

After a long period of closure, The Peregian Surf Club is coming back! With no Pokies or TAB, our focus is on delivering a properly cooked casual menu in a relaxed environment, right in the heart of Peregian Beach.

About the role

Joining pre-opening, our Head Chef will be instrumental in setting up the kitchen and establishing a culture and procedures to drive success for years to come. You will have a real say in shaping menus that appeal to a wide demographic while delivering strong commercial results. You will play a key role in building a high-performing kitchen team and maintaining consistently high standards across the operation.

Key responsibilities

Lead and inspire kitchen teams to deliver high-quality food and service.

Write and develop menus that appeal to a broad customer demographic.

Manage kitchen operations to support strong financial and operational performance.

Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and safety.

Plan kitchen workflows, coordinate service and support effective stock management.

Contribute to a positive, collaborative and performance-focused kitchen culture.

What we're looking for

At least two years of previous Head Chef experience.

Experience with independent companies.

Strong menu development skills and a clear understanding of commercial outcomes.

Proven ability to lead and develop kitchen teams.

Opening experience is advantageous but not essential.