Head Chef — Open-Fire Kitchen Leader (South Melbourne)

Pirate Life Brewing; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Vibrant culture

Work-life balance

Represent Pirate Life at festivals

Job summary

Pirate Life Brewing in Melbourne is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead our South Melbourne kitchen. You will drive day-to-day operations, oversee a high-performing team, and deliver exceptional food in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with open-fire cooking.

The role requires 3–5 years of professional kitchen experience, strong leadership, creativity, and a can-do attitude. We offer competitive wages, a vibrant culture, work/life balance, and opportunities to represent Pirate Life at

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a professional kitchen.
• Proven leadership and teamwork skills.
• Passion for food and open-fire cooking.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Commitment to quality, consistency and safety.
• Can-do attitude and positivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead all kitchen operations and drive day-to-day running.
• Coach and develop the kitchen team.
• Prepare, cook, and plate high-quality dishes, including fire cooking.
• Manage stock, orders, and supplier relationships.
• Control costs for COGS and labour.
• Ensure consistent delivery of quality dishes.
• Foster a positive, collaborative and safe workplace.

Skills

Strong leadership

Kitchen operations

Teamwork

Open fire cooking

Calm under pressure

Positive attitude

Job description

Pirate Life Brewing in Melbourne is seeking a talented Head Chef to lead our South Melbourne kitchen. You will drive day-to-day operations, oversee a high-performing team, and deliver exceptional food in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with open-fire cooking.

The role requires 3–5 years of professional kitchen experience, strong leadership, creativity, and a can-do attitude. We offer competitive wages, a vibrant culture, work/life balance, and opportunities to represent Pirate Life at