Head Chef

Blackwood Hospitality; Sutherland Shire Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackwood Cronulla in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a committed Head Chef to lead our lively kitchen. You will oversee all kitchen operations, staff training, rostering, menu creation and quality control to deliver exceptional dishes.

With a fully equipped kitchen and a collaborative team, you’ll work closely with front-of-house management and marketing to grow the brand across platforms, ensuring longevity and consistency in every service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or in a similar role with strong CV.
• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen management.
• Leadership and communication skills; ability to mentor a team under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full kitchen operations, staffing and training.
• Roster planning, menu creation and food preparation oversight.
• Collaborate with FOH management and marketing to grow brand reach.
• Ensure consistency and high-quality dishes for every service.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary techniques

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Communication

Pressure handling

Creativity

Food safety

Education

Culinary school certification

Job description

The perfect role for a head chef seeking excellent work life balance, a platform for creativity, great pay, friendly team all in a fully equipped & structured kitchen.

Company Description

Opening in 2016, Blackwood Cronulla quickly become a favourite meeting place for locals and a must-visit brunch destination for visitors from around Sydney.

Expanding to include a Bondi location in early 2022, blurring the lines between café, restaurant and bar, Blackwood now offers two distinct venues with the focus firmly on the essence of the way the owners love to dine: fun and vibrant, super sleek but comfortable design and the feeling that you’re welcome anytime.

Our Cronulla venue serves an average of 300-500 people daily with a big focus on creativity & quality for every dish.Boasting a fully equipped kitchen, and an amazing established team.

Food style

Food is described as eclectic in style drawing inspiration from Mediterranean, Middle Eastern & Asian influences with strong roots in French techniques. This combined with using amazing fresh Australian produce makes it the perfect playground for a motivated and creative chef. All owners are big foodies and extremely passionate about food and all things hospitality.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Head Chef at Blackwood Cronulla in Sydney, NSW. The Head Chef will oversee the full kitchen operations, staffing & training, rostering, create menus, manage food preparation, maintain weekly figures, and ensure high-quality dishes are served to customers. Working with front of house management and marketing to grow the businesses reach through various platforms, as well as collaborating with our other venues team ensuring synergy within the brand.

Blackwood Cronulla is a strong business with great systems and procedures, looking for a Head Chef seeking longevity through a long-term commitment in the role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar role, backed by a strong CV
• Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen management
• Strong & respectful leadership style & communication skills
• Ability to manage and guide a team while working well under pressure
• A composed personality that works easily with others
• Certification from a culinary school is a plus
• Attention to detail and creativity in menu planning & dish creation is a must
• Someone who loves food and hospitality
• Knowledge of food safety regulation