Head Chef - High-Volume Pub Kitchen, 5 Weeks Leave

Ineedachef; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

No Sundays

Rostered Saturdays for events

No public holidays

39-45 hour weeks

Job summary

Working To Live in Sydney's CBD is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead the kitchen, drive quality and menu concept, and manage food cost, ordering and plating. You will work closely with the General Manager and owners to inspire a talented team and uphold the highest standards of service and taste.

An ideal candidate will have prior Head Chef experience in a high-volume setting, strong leadership, and expertise in HACCP and food safety.

Qualifications

• Previous Head Chef experience, preferably in a high-volume kitchen
• Creative menu design and implementation experience
• Ability to manage ordering, stock levels, budgets and suppliers
• Experience leading a team with training, development and rostering
• Proficiency in food safety, HACCP and related regulations
• Positive communication, energy and attitude
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations and quality control
• Manage food cost, ordering, stock levels and supplier relationships
• Plate up high-quality dishes and ensure consistency across the team
• Lead, train and roster kitchen staff to maintain performance and morale
• Collaborate with GM and owners to drive menu direction and improvements

Skills

Head Chef experience

Menu design

Inventory & ordering

Team leadership

HACCP / food safety

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Working To Live in Sydney's CBD is seeking a hands-on Head Chef to lead the kitchen, drive quality and menu concept, and manage food cost, ordering and plating. You will work closely with the General Manager and owners to inspire a talented team and uphold the highest standards of service and taste.

An ideal candidate will have prior Head Chef experience in a high-volume setting, strong leadership, and expertise in HACCP and food safety.