Head Chef: High-Volume 5-Star Catering Leader

Norths Collective; Richmond; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Seagulls Club in Tweed Heads West is seeking a Head Chef to lead day-to-day food operations for the venue and its events. You will drive budgets, menus and team performance, while ensuring top-quality service and consistency across operations.

The role reports to the Venue Manager and works within the Norths Collective hospitality group, upholding food safety standards and delivering memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume 5-star commercial catering role.
• Proven kitchen and people leadership experience.
• A commitment to great customer service and quality food operations.
• A people person who drives team culture.
• Strong conceptual ability and strategic thinking.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day food operations for Seagulls, including events and functions.
• Implement business goals and strategies for the food ops team.
• Deliver exceptional customer experiences with high standards.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting and people development.
• Maintain food safety, HACCP compliance and lounge/kitchen hygiene.

Skills

High-volume catering

Kitchen leadership

People leadership

Customer service

Team culture

Budget & P&L exposure

Strategic thinking

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Diploma in Hospitality Management

NSW Food Safety Supervisor

NSW Food Hygiene Certificates

First Aid, CPR and Advanced Resuscitation Certificates

Job description

Seagulls Club in Tweed Heads West is seeking a Head Chef to lead day-to-day food operations for the venue and its events. You will drive budgets, menus and team performance, while ensuring top-quality service and consistency across operations.

The role reports to the Venue Manager and works within the Norths Collective hospitality group, upholding food safety standards and delivering memorable guest experiences.