Head Chef – Premier Events Kitchen (Weddings)

Lancemore Hotel Group; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park is seeking an experienced Lead Weddings, Conferences and Events Head Chef to drive the events kitchen behind weddings, conferences and large-scale events. You will report to the Executive Chef, lead the brigade and deliver seasonal, produce-driven menus at scale within Lancemore.

You will oversee all event kitchen operations, design menus, manage high-volume production, coordinate with front-of-house, control costs and mentor a strong team while ensuring

Formación

• Experience as a Head Chef in hotels, function centres or high-volume events.
• Proven track record in delivering large-scale weddings, conferences and banquets.
• Strong leadership with ability to develop and retain kitchen teams.
• Experience in ordering, stock control and food cost management, rostering, and kitchen financials.
• Food Safety Supervisor certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead daily kitchen operations for weddings, conferences, day delegate packages and private events.
• Design and develop seasonal event, wedding and conference menus.
• Plan and run high-volume production from prep to plating on the day.
• Liaise with events and front-of-house teams on guest numbers, timings and dietary requirements.
• Manage kitchen ordering and supplier relationships to secure quality produce at right price.
• Drive food cost control through recipe costing, portions, stock takes and wastage management.
• Manage rosters and labour costs in line with wage targets and event volumes.
• Lead, train and develop the kitchen brigade including casual and agency staff.
• Ensure food safety, allergen management and WHS compliance.
• Represent kitchen at planning meetings in executive chef’s absence.
• Foster a positive, professional kitchen culture.

Conocimientos

Leadership

People management

Menu design

Food cost control

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Educación

Certificate III/IV in Commercial Cookery

Descripción del empleo

Lancemore Mansion Hotel Werribee Park is seeking an experienced Lead Weddings, Conferences and Events Head Chef to drive the events kitchen behind weddings, conferences and large-scale events. You will report to the Executive Chef, lead the brigade and deliver seasonal, produce-driven menus at scale within Lancemore.

You will oversee all event kitchen operations, design menus, manage high-volume production, coordinate with front-of-house, control costs and mentor a strong team while ensuring