Head Chef: Lead a Busy Kitchen & Earn Up to $20K Bonus

Australian Venue Co.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to $20K

Staff discounts at venues

Training & development

Job summary

Mango Hill Tavern, part of Australian Venue Co., is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a busy, high-volume kitchen in Brisbane's northern suburbs. Take ownership of the kitchen, mentor your team and drive day-to-day operations with a focus on quality and consistency.

You'll manage food costs, stock, rosters and safety while delivering great pub dining experiences. This hands-on leadership role offers career progression within a supportive hospitality group and a competitive salary, plus an

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' Head Chef experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Hands-on approach and willingness to work on the tools.
• Experience managing food costs, stock, ordering and labour.
• Strong organisation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading, training and developing a motivated kitchen team.
• Hands-on during service and setting the standard for food quality and presentation.
• Managing food costs, ordering, stock control and wastage.
• Overseeing kitchen operations, preparation and service across a varied pub menu.
• Managing rosters and labour costs to meet business needs.
• Maintaining food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards.
• Creating a positive kitchen culture built on teamwork, accountability and reliability.
• Working with the venue team to deliver a great experience for every guest.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Hands-on

Food cost

Stock control

Labour management

Food safety

Communication

Job description

Mango Hill Tavern, part of Australian Venue Co., is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a busy, high-volume kitchen in Brisbane's northern suburbs. Take ownership of the kitchen, mentor your team and drive day-to-day operations with a focus on quality and consistency.

You'll manage food costs, stock, rosters and safety while delivering great pub dining experiences. This hands-on leadership role offers career progression within a supportive hospitality group and a competitive salary, plus an