Head Chef | Lead a Large Pub Kitchen & Local Produce

Feros Hotel Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsorship available

Generous staff discounts

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

The Armidale Hotel, part of Feros Hotel Group, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen and represent our food offering in the community. You will manage a 20+ staff kitchen, develop menus with local produce, and drive excellent guest experiences in a fast-paced pub setting.

You will oversee costs, ensure HACCP compliance, mentor the team, and collaborate with venue management. Sponsorship opportunity is available, with staff discounts and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a large-scale pub format.
• Proven leadership of a kitchen team of 20+ staff.
• Strong financial management and operational skills.
• Excellent communication and organisation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food service operations and ensure smooth workflow.
• Lead and develop the kitchen team to achieve excellence.
• Design and implement creative menus using local produce.
• Maintain food cost control and stock management.
• Ensure Health & Safety and HACCP compliance.

Skills

Pub kitchen management

Team leadership

Financial management

Communication

Job description

The Armidale Hotel, part of Feros Hotel Group, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen and represent our food offering in the community. You will manage a 20+ staff kitchen, develop menus with local produce, and drive excellent guest experiences in a fast-paced pub setting.

You will oversee costs, ensure HACCP compliance, mentor the team, and collaborate with venue management. Sponsorship opportunity is available, with staff discounts and development opportunities.