Head Chef

Harbour Hospitality & Lifestyle; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harbour Hospitality & Lifestyle in Redfern, Sydney is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our Italian-focused, pizza-led culinary team. This permanent, full-time role centers on menu creation, kitchen management, and delivering exceptional dining experiences for guests.

You will oversee operations, manage staff, control costs, and uphold health, safety, and hygiene standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar senior culinary role.
• 3+ years in Italian/Pizza-focused kitchen operations.
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification in hospitality management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design innovative menus reflecting seasonal ingredients and trends.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring health and safety compliance.
• Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling.
• Monitor food preparation and presentation for quality and consistency.
• Control food costs and manage inventory to optimise profitability.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
• Implement and maintain hygiene and cleanliness standards in the kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Italian cuisine

Pizza-focused

Food safety

Education

Culinary degree or hospitality management

Job description

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our Italian-focused, pizza-led culinary team in Redfern. This permanent, full-time position is crucial for maintaining the high standards of our hospitality and catering services. The Head Chef will be responsible for menu creation, kitchen management, and ensuring exceptional food quality, contributing significantly to our guests' dining experience.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and design innovative menus that reflect seasonal ingredients and current food trends.
• Oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage kitchen staff, including hiring, training, and scheduling to ensure efficient workflow.
• Monitor food preparation and presentation to maintain high quality and consistency.
• Control food costs and manage inventory to optimise profitability.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction.
• Implement and maintain hygiene and cleanliness standards in the kitchen.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or in a similar senior culinary role.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in similar kitchen operations i.e., Italian/Pizza focus
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification in hospitality management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative flair and a passion for food and cooking.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ages, identities, and abilities. However, our business is unable to offer sponsorship opportunities at this stage. Applicants must be based in Australia with valid working rights.