Head Chef | Lead High-Volume Kitchen & Culinary Growth

BuildRight Construction AU; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BuildRight Construction AU is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen operation of a well-established hospitality venue in New South Wales. This role suits a passionate culinary professional with strong leadership skills and experience managing high-volume kitchens.

You will oversee daily kitchen activities, maintain exceptional food quality, manage kitchen staff, and collaborate with venue management to deliver outstanding dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Head Chef or in a similar leadership role.
• Proven experience leading a busy commercial kitchen.
• Strong menu planning and food costing knowledge.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Sound understanding of foodsafety and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative, adaptable, and solution-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and oversee the production of high-quality meals
• Lead, mentor, and manage the kitchen team
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and service standards
• Develop and implement seasonal, bistro, and function menus
• Manage food costs, budgets, and stock control
• Prepare staff rosters and oversee kitchen scheduling
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and WHS regulations
• Monitor kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and productivity
• Work closely with venue management to achieve business objectives
• Train and develop kitchen staff to maintain high performance
• Manage kitchen inventory and supplier requirements
• Resolve operational issues and maintain a positive team environment

Skills

Head Chef

Leadership

Menu planning

Food costing

Staff management

Food safety

WHS compliance

Time management

Communication

Job description

BuildRight Construction AU is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen operation of a well-established hospitality venue in New South Wales. This role suits a passionate culinary professional with strong leadership skills and experience managing high-volume kitchens.

You will oversee daily kitchen activities, maintain exceptional food quality, manage kitchen staff, and collaborate with venue management to deliver outstanding dining experiences.