Head Chef — High-Volume Italian Kitchen, Growth Path

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merivale Staff Cellar

Paid parental leave

Unlimited career growth

Merivale Academy

Job summary

Merivale invites enthusiastic, full-time chefs to join the Totti’s family. Open kitchens, high-volume service, and a fast-paced environment at venues like Bondi and Bar Totti’s demand energy and commitment.

Experience in serious kitchens and a passion for food, taste, and presentation are valued. Flexible to work across venues with strong leadership backing your development and growth.

Qualifications

• Couple of years in serious kitchens.
• Thrives in fast, high-volume service under pressure.
• Cares about taste, presentation, and sharing.
• Able to run a section and support teammates.
• Communicates clearly and maintains standards.

Responsibilities

• Run a kitchen section and support teammates.
• Deliver high-quality, Italian-inspired dishes.
• Adapt to high-volume service and fast pace.
• Collaborate with leadership to maintain standards.

Skills

High-volume service

Fast-paced work

Food quality focus

Leadership in station

Clear communication

Job description

Merivale invites enthusiastic, full-time chefs to join the Totti’s family. Open kitchens, high-volume service, and a fast-paced environment at venues like Bondi and Bar Totti’s demand energy and commitment.

Experience in serious kitchens and a passion for food, taste, and presentation are valued. Flexible to work across venues with strong leadership backing your development and growth.