Head Chef & Menu Architect: Hands-On Kitchen Leader

Moore Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bullet Club Glenelg in Glenelg SA is seeking a Head Chef who will lead daily kitchen operations and actively participate in food preparation. You will manage menu planning, quality control, training of staff and compliance with food safety standards while driving efficient service.

The role requires hands-on cooking, strong leadership and the ability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as needed, with a competitive salary and supervision of kitchen budgets.

Qualifications

• A relevant commercial cookery qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 months’ relevant experience as a Chef in a commercial kitchen.
• Experience coordinating or supervising kitchen operations.
• Strong food preparation, cooking and presentation skills.
• Sound knowledge of food safety and hygiene requirements.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Planning and developing menus in consultation with management.
• Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes.
• Overseeing food preparation and service to ensure quality and consistency.
• Supervising, training and coordinating kitchen staff.
• Managing food preparation, portion control and waste.
• Estimating food and labour costs and supporting kitchen budget management.
• Ordering ingredients and monitoring stock levels.
• Liaising with suppliers and ensuring appropriate stock availability.
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and workplace safety.
• Ensuring kitchen equipment, work areas and storage areas are properly maintained.
• Monitoring the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.
• Supporting the efficient operation of the kitchen during busy service periods.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking skills

Food safety

Organisation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Commercial cookery qualification

Job description

The Bullet Club Glenelg in Glenelg SA is seeking a Head Chef who will lead daily kitchen operations and actively participate in food preparation. You will manage menu planning, quality control, training of staff and compliance with food safety standards while driving efficient service.

The role requires hands-on cooking, strong leadership and the ability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as needed, with a competitive salary and supervision of kitchen budgets.