Head Chef – Seasonal Menus & Wine Pairings Lead

Xanadu Wines; Augusta; Vor Ort; AUD 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Staff discount on wine collection

Wine tastings and event participation

Zusammenfassung

Xanadu Wines in Margaret River, WA, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead culinary operations at our winery venue. The role oversees all aspects of food preparation, menu development and kitchen management, working to deliver exceptional dining experiences that complement our wine collection.

The Head Chef reports to senior management and shapes the gastronomic identity of our establishment. The Xanadu Restaurant operates lunch five days a week with dinner for private events, highlighting

Qualifikationen

• Formal culinary qualification or equivalent professional training and certification in professional cookery.
• Proven leadership experience as Head Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership role.
• Experience in menu planning, recipe development and contemporary cooking techniques.

Aufgaben

• Lead, mentor and develop kitchen staff to maintain excellence and teamwork.
• Design and execute seasonal menus showcasing local produce to complement Xanadu Wines.
• Oversee all food preparation, cooking techniques and presentation standards.
• Manage kitchen budgets, control food costs and minimise waste.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene and health regulations.
• Coordinate with front-of-house for seamless service and guest satisfaction.
• Source local suppliers and build quality ingredient networks.
• Monitor stock, orders and inventory management.
• Collaborate with management on events and wine pairing experiences.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Budgeting/cost control

Wine pairing

Communication

Time management

Team development

Ausbildung

Culinary qualification or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Xanadu Wines in Margaret River, WA, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead culinary operations at our winery venue. The role oversees all aspects of food preparation, menu development and kitchen management, working to deliver exceptional dining experiences that complement our wine collection.

The Head Chef reports to senior management and shapes the gastronomic identity of our establishment. The Xanadu Restaurant operates lunch five days a week with dinner for private events, highlighting