Head Chef: Lead Kitchen, Create Seasonal Menus & Standards

Geelong Restaurant Group; Geelong; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Geelong Restaurant Group is seeking a Head Chef for the Sawyers Arms Tavern kitchen in Geelong, Australia. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, manage staff, and control costs to deliver high-quality dining experiences.

Responsibilities include menu planning, stock control, staff supervision, and maintaining strict food safety standards. You will collaborate with front-of-house teams and contribute to the restaurant's ongoing success.

Qualifications

• Menu planning, stock control, and quality checks.
• Oversee kitchen operations and staff to ensure service standards.
• Maintain food safety and health regulation compliance.

Responsibilities

• Menu planning, stock control, food prep and QC.
• Supervise kitchen staff to ensure high-quality service standards.
• Develop weekly specials and manage cost of goods.
• Maintain exceptional standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Collaborate with front of house staff to ensure smooth service.
• Support overall kitchen operations to contribute to restaurant success.

Skills

Menu planning

Stock control

Quality control

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Team management

Communication

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

The Geelong Restaurant Group is seeking a Head Chef for the Sawyers Arms Tavern kitchen in Geelong, Australia. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, manage staff, and control costs to deliver high-quality dining experiences.

Responsibilities include menu planning, stock control, staff supervision, and maintaining strict food safety standards. You will collaborate with front-of-house teams and contribute to the restaurant's ongoing success.