Head Chef - Archer Hotel

endeavour group careers; Nowra; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Hotel in Nowra is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen, delivering pub classics with a modern, local twist. You will drive a hands-on operation and inspire a team while maintaining quality and consistency across service.

The role requires trade cooking qualifications and food safety certifications, with opportunities to grow within the Endeavour Group network and contribute to community-focused dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leadership of a busy kitchen.
• Experience leading a team in a pub/hotel kitchen.
• Trade cooking qualifications and food safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Command the kitchen, ensure smooth, safe, and profitable operation.
• Lead with the Publican and FOH team.
• Grow a high-performing kitchen team.
• Maintain strong kitchen-FOH connection with positive vibes and quality food.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

People management

Menu development

Education

Trade cooking qualifications

Food safety certifications

Job description

Head Chef | Archer Hotel (Nowra)

We’re searching for a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at the Archer Hotel- the beating heart of our local community and the place where pub classics meet plates locals can’t get enough of.

Two hours from Sydney's CBD sits The Archer Hotel in the heart of Nowra, and is a local favourite for surrounding suburbs.

We believe in quality food and quality service; it's at the core of what we do and how we operate. Our guests can expect friendly country hospitality with a community feel. We're the perfect place for families to meet for an overdue long lunch, for mates to catch up for a beer and to watch the game, to celebrate a milestone birthday or special event — everything a local should be and more.

Salary: From $85,000 + superannuation + bonus

A day in the life of a Head Chef:

• Command the kitchen like it’s your own, keeping it running smooth, safe, and profitable
• Be a key part of the leadership crew, working closely with the Publican and FOH team
• Share your passion, skills, and creativity to grow a high-performing kitchen team
• Keep the connection between the kitchen and front of house flowing with good vibes and great food every shift

Inherent requirements:

• This is a hands-on role that involves manual handling and lifting as part of regular duties (e.g. moving stock, kegs, and deliveries). Applicants must have the ability to perform physical tasks safely and efficiently.

About you:

• You’ve got the experience, confidence, and pride to own the kitchen and make it shine
• You’ve got trade cooking qualifications and food safety certifications sorted
• You live and breathe the Head Chef life - creating food people talk about and coming in each day ready to lead

If you’re ready to put your stamp on a kitchen locals love, let’s talk.

The benefits are good too!

Grow your career within ALH Hotels and the wider Endeavour Group network. An exclusive discount card for ALH Hotels, BWS, Dan Murphy’s and other Endeavour Group brands. Through our partnership with Woolworths, you'll also enjoy discounts at Woolies supermarkets and BIG W. Endeavour Wellbeing Support; our EAP service offers critical incident support, career, conflict, nutrition and lifestyle, money, family, legal and employee assistance.

In line with our ongoing commitment to responsibility, candidates will be required to complete Employee Due Diligence checks which may include a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.

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