Head Chef

Stay Nozawa; Southern Downs Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Stay Nozawa in Queensland, Australia, is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen team and ensure high quality service. You will manage daily operations, direct food preparation, control inventory, and maintain hygiene standards.

Ideal candidates will have previous leadership experience in relevant restaurants, strong communication skills, and the ability to foster a cooperative team environment. A valid working visa for Japan is required. Apply now!

Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in relevant restaurants.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the kitchen and lead a back-of-house team.
• Control and direct the food preparation process, ensure smooth service operation.
• Order, receive and verify deliveries.
• Conduct inventory and report to Executive Chef.
• Provide feedback and motivate kitchen team.
• Monitor hygiene and report issues.

Skills

Culinary experience

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Job description

Food & Beverage

Head Chef

As a member of the kitchen team your knowledge and culinary experience are imperative to provide high quality service to our customers. The role requires strong communication skills, ability to work well under instruction and be apart of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day‑to‑day operations of the kitchen and lead a back‑of‑house team
• Control and direct the food preparation process, ensure smooth service operation and control quality and consistency
• Order, receive and verify deliveries
• Taking inventory of the restaurant supply and reporting to Executive Chef
• Give direction to kitchen staff, provide constructive feedback and motivate kitchen team to achieve highest potential
• Monitor kitchen hygiene, report hazards or issues
• Uphold a professional attitude in the kitchen, create a positive work environment
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between FOH and kitchen team

Experience / Qualifications

Previous leadership experience in relevant restaurants

Reports to

Venue Manager, Executive Chef

Requirements

Visa Status: A valid working visa for Japan is required for all applicants. Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship or assistance with visa applications, except for qualified ski instructors.

Availability: I am available to work between December 1 and March 31.

Flexibility: I am open to working in other roles within the company.

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