Head Chef: Menu Design, Team Leadership, Wood-Fired Pizza

Lewis Leisure Pty Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time contract

Flexible roster

Free parking onsite

Job summary

Lewis Leisure Pty Limited, operating The Fiddler Hotel in the Hills district of Sydney, is seeking an energetic Head Chef to drive culinary excellence. The role reports to the Executive Chef and focuses on superior food quality, presentation and taste.

The ideal candidate will lead and coach a diverse team, design and execute menus, and oversee mid-to-large in-house events while collaborating with senior management to align kitchen operations with venue goals.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a diverse kitchen team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong ability to design and execute menus with flair and consistency.
• Proven track record in training and developing culinary talent.
• Experience managing food and labour budgets to meet targets.
• Attention to quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a diverse team of chefs and cooks to deliver high-quality dishes.
• Oversee menu design, creation, and execution for daily service and events.
• Collaborate with venue leadership to align kitchen operations with strategic goals.
• Monitor food safety, portioning, and waste to ensure cost efficiency.
• Manage budgets for food, labour and equipment while maintaining quality.

Skills

Leadership

Menu design

Staff training

Budgeting

Quality control

Food safety

High-volume service

Job description

Lewis Leisure Pty Limited, operating The Fiddler Hotel in the Hills district of Sydney, is seeking an energetic Head Chef to drive culinary excellence. The role reports to the Executive Chef and focuses on superior food quality, presentation and taste.

The ideal candidate will lead and coach a diverse team, design and execute menus, and oversee mid-to-large in-house events while collaborating with senior management to align kitchen operations with venue goals.