Head Chef: Lead a High-Volume Pub Kitchen in Mackay

Frontline Recruitment Group; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership of busy pub kitchen

Opportunity to influence menu

Build a strong kitchen team

Hands-on leadership role

Diverse, active service

Job summary

Frontline Recruitment Group is hiring a hands-on Head Chef for a busy pub kitchen in Mackay. You will take ownership of daily kitchen operations, menu planning, stock control and rostering, while leading a team through peak service times.

We value hands-on leadership, pride in pub-style dishes, and a calm, collaborative kitchen culture. The role offers room to implement ideas and drive food quality in a vibrant hospitality scene.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or a strong Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
• Experience running a busy pub, bistro or high-volume commercial kitchen.
• Confident leading a kitchen team, organising shifts and helping chefs develop their skills.
• Good understanding of food costs, ordering, stock control and reducing waste.
• A strong focus on food quality, consistency, cleanliness and food safety, even during the busiest services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the kitchen and keep service on track.
• Ensure every dish leaves the pass to a high standard.
• Plan menus, order supplies, manage stock and food costs.
• Create rosters and coordinate with the venue's management.
• Lead from the front and stay calm during busy services.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Stock control

Food costs

Team development

Food safety

Job description

Frontline Recruitment Group is hiring a hands-on Head Chef for a busy pub kitchen in Mackay. You will take ownership of daily kitchen operations, menu planning, stock control and rostering, while leading a team through peak service times.

We value hands-on leadership, pride in pub-style dishes, and a calm, collaborative kitchen culture. The role offers room to implement ideas and drive food quality in a vibrant hospitality scene.