Head Chef – Menu Development & Kitchen Leadership

Garnishes Catering - Brisbane's Premier Catering Specialists; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Garnishes Catering is a rapidly expanding catering company operating from Bowen Hills. They seek a motivated, friendly and hardworking individual to organise and oversee the preparation and cooking of menu items, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene.

The role involves managing kitchen operations, supporting menu development, and supervising staff in a fast-paced hospitality environment, with duties spanning from planning to service delivery and documentation.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of full-time work experience as a Chef.
• Sound knowledge of food safety standards, hygiene practices and safe food handling procedures.
• Ability to manage kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment and maintain quality under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Organise and oversee the preparation and cooking of menu items to ensure high standards of quality, presentation and hygiene.
• Supervise kitchen staff and assist in menu development.
• Monitor stock, portion control and wastage; manage costs and ordering of supplies.
• Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service delivery and handle special dietary requests.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Working under pressure

Education

Diploma in Kitchen Management

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management

Job description

Garnishes Catering is a rapidly expanding catering company operating from Bowen Hills. They seek a motivated, friendly and hardworking individual to organise and oversee the preparation and cooking of menu items, ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation and hygiene.

The role involves managing kitchen operations, supporting menu development, and supervising staff in a fast-paced hospitality environment, with duties spanning from planning to service delivery and documentation.