Head Chef: Lead Creative Menus & Kitchen Excellence

Tallai Country Club; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tallai Country Club on the Gold Coast is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations and inspire the culinary team.

You will design seasonal menus, oversee food quality and safety, manage costs, train staff, and collaborate with management to elevate guest experiences.

This role requires creativity, strong leadership, and the ability to maintain high standards under pressure in a busy, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or Executive Chef in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety, and hygiene regulations.
• Creativity in menu planning, functions and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations
• Plan and create innovative, high-quality menus in line with our brand
• Maintain excellent food presentation, taste, and consistency
• Oversee food preparation and ensure compliance with health and safety standards
• Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff
• Manage inventory, food ordering, and kitchen budgets
• Ensure efficient stock rotation and waste reduction
• Collaborate with restaurant management to optimize customer satisfaction and business performance

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Menu planning

Creativity

Organizational skills

Time management

Pressure tolerance

Education

Culinary degree or certification

Job description

Tallai Country Club on the Gold Coast is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations and inspire the culinary team.

You will design seasonal menus, oversee food quality and safety, manage costs, train staff, and collaborate with management to elevate guest experiences.

This role requires creativity, strong leadership, and the ability to maintain high standards under pressure in a busy, dynamic environment.