Head Chef - French Bistro, Lead Small Kitchen & Create Menu

Gustave; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Gustave in Cairns is seeking a qualified chef to take ownership of a small kitchen. You will manage day-to-day operations, lead service, and contribute to a developing menu in a warm, collaborative environment.

We value passion for fresh, seasonal produce and the ability to work independently while keeping high standards. This role offers a hands-on, creative kitchen with room to imprint your own stamp on the menu.

Qualifications

• Qualified chef with professional kitchen experience.
• Solid knowledge of French cuisine and fundamentals of classic French cooking.
• Experience running a kitchen or leading a section during service.
• Ability to manage prep, ordering, stock control and food costs.
• Strong organisational skills and focus on food safety and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day running of the kitchen, from preparation and service through to menu development.
• Ordering and maintaining a clean, organised and efficient workspace.
• Managing prep, ordering, stock control and food costs.
• Leading service and managing a section.
• Contributing ideas and developing the menu.
• Maintaining high standards and consistency.

Skills

French cuisine

Kitchen leadership

Food cost control

Stock management

Job description

Gustave in Cairns is seeking a qualified chef to take ownership of a small kitchen. You will manage day-to-day operations, lead service, and contribute to a developing menu in a warm, collaborative environment.

We value passion for fresh, seasonal produce and the ability to work independently while keeping high standards. This role offers a hands-on, creative kitchen with room to imprint your own stamp on the menu.