Head Chef

Everi Pty; Toowoomba Regional; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Retail discounts

12 weeks paid parental leave

Training opportunities

Job summary

Compass Group in the Toowoomba region is seeking a senior catering leader to drive exceptional food experiences and customer satisfaction. You will oversee the delivery of catering services, focusing on quality menu design, food preparation and service, innovation, and industry standards.

Based in the Toowoomba region, you will lead an established team and be accountable for operational, financial and people performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing food safety, compliance, and financial performance in high-volume catering.
• Experience leading diverse catering environments across boardrooms, cafés, functions and events.
• Strong leadership with a focus on customer service and quality execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing culinary team.
• Oversee delivery of catering services with emphasis on quality and service.
• Design menus, drive innovation, and align with nutrition and industry standards.
• Manage operations, budgets and client relationships across a 7-day roster.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Budgeting

Team management

Communication

Job description

Job Description

• Based in the Toowoomba region, you will lead a high-performing culinary team, driving exceptional food experiences, operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
• You will oversee the delivery of catering services, focusing on quality menu design, food preparation and service, innovation, emerging food trends, industry standards, nutrition, customer service and customer satisfaction.
• Leading an established and dedicated team, you will be accountable for the operational, financial and people performance of the business.
• Your hands-on approach to managing the operation will ensure your success, as will your willingness to go the extra mile to deliver outstanding results.
• Working closely with a variety of clients and customers, your excellent communication and relationship management skills will be key to delivering operational excellence.
• You will receive full administrative support and training in our management systems and enjoy the career opportunities that come with success in this role.

About the Employer

Today and tomorrow, at Compass Group, we serve a better future by enriching people, communities and our planet. We do this because we believe that everyone should be seen and nourished as a whole person. We focus on the individual, their needs and, more broadly, creating positive impacts within the community.

About the Candidate

• Proven experience managing food safety, compliance, labour costs and financial performance within a high-volume catering or hospitality environment.
• Strong multi-outlet experience within high-volume catering operations, with a proven ability to lead diverse catering environments and deliver exceptional service across boardrooms, cafés, functions, fine dining experiences and sporting events.
• A passionate culinary leader who combines creativity, commercial acumen and a commitment to delivering exceptional food experiences.
• A natural leader with a unique approach to catering, bringing flair, warmth and outstanding cuisine in a friendly, casual setting.
• The ability to bring fresh ideas and demonstrate expertise in creating culinary benchmarks through modern flavours, presentation and the use of local produce.
• A demonstrated ability to lead, develop and inspire teams through effective leadership, training and safety compliance.
• An energetic, progressive and creative professional who remains pragmatic and focused in a dynamic and challenging environment.
• The ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with staff, key clients and customers, supported by strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexibility to work across a 7-day roster, as required by operational needs.

Work Environment

• Multiple salary packaging options to help your income go further.
• Access to more than 100 retail discounts.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave for primary carers.
• Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities.

We can offer sponsorship to the right candidate. Let us know if you'd be open to relocating for this role.