Head Chef - Onslow

Discovery Parks; Onslow; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

Discounts on holidays

Job summary

G'day Group is seeking a Head Chef to lead a busy, high‑quality kitchen across our Australian holiday park network. You will ensure food is prepared to the highest standard, manage stock and costs, and uphold HSE and HACCP practices.

The role requires formal trade qualifications, strong leadership, and the ability to train kitchen staff; accommodation meals are provided and you’ll operate in a dynamic guest-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Previous Head Chef experience in a similar commercial environment.
• Formal trade qualifications in commercial cooking or equivalent.
• Experience with electronic purchase ordering and cost management.
• Proven experience in planning and developing menus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and presenting food to a consistently high standard.
• Adhering to all HSE policies, procedures, and safe food handling practices.
• Accommodating dietary requirements, including allergies and special guest requests.
• Managing stock ordering, rotation, and stocktaking.
• Maintaining a clean, organised kitchen, along with all equipment and utensils.
• Creating dishes of exceptional quality that nourish and delight our guests.
• Delivering fast, effective service with a positive and professional attitude.
• Assisting in overseeing kitchen employees, including training and performance development.

Skills

Head Chef experience

Menu planning

Cost control

Food safety

HACCP

Team leadership

First Aid

Education

Trade qualifications in commercial cooking

Tools

Cooking The Books

Electronic purchase ordering

Job description

About Us

G'day Group comprises leading Australian tourism brands in Discovery Parks, Resorts, and the loyalty program G'day Rewards. Employing more than 2,000 people Australia-wide, G'day Group operates the largest park network in the country, delivering an exceptional customer journey at every touchpoint.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will play a pivotal role in delivering an efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality food service, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of a commercial kitchen. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and presenting food to a consistently high standard
• Adhering to all HSE policies, procedures, and safe food handling practices
• Accommodating dietary requirements, including allergies and special guest requests
• Managing stock ordering, rotation, and stocktaking
• Maintaining a clean, organised kitchen, along with all equipment and utensils
• Creating dishes of exceptional quality that nourish and delight our guests
• Delivering fast, effective service with a positive and professional attitude
• Assisting in overseeing kitchen employees, including training and performance development

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following skills, qualifications, and experience:

• Previous Head Chef experience within a similar commercial environment
• Formal trade qualifications in commercial cooking or equivalent demonstrated experience
• Proven experience with electronic purchase ordering and cost management
• Proven experience in planning and developing menus
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both within a team and autonomously
• Strong ability to prepare and organise tasks ahead of service
• HACCP experience is essential, with a strong emphasis on food hygiene standards
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (required)
• Current First Aid Certificate (highly desirable)
• Experience with Cooking The Books software (highly desirable)
• Current driver's licence

Benefits to You

In return for your expertise and dedication, G'day Group offers a range of attractive benefits, including:

• Accommodation and meals provided
• Exclusive discounts with G'day Rewards Partners
• Discounted accommodation at more than 300 G'day Group holiday parks across Australia
• Service recognition awards
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Internal career development and progression opportunities

Prior to receiving a formal job offer, all candidates must consent to a Federal Police Clearance.

Please note this role may require heavy lifting (up to 20kg), kneeling, squatting, and working with chemicals and machinery.

The G'day Group acknowledges the increasing global expectation to demonstrate our approach to Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) risk factors and sustainability in our daily operations and ongoing decision-making. Our five-year ESG strategy reflects our commitment to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace, giving back to the communities in which we operate, and protecting our environment for future generations.