Head Chef — Seasonal & Sustainable Kitchen Lead

Tommy Collins Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tommy Collins Group is seeking a Head Chef for Bar Bouni Kitchen in Southbank, Melbourne. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, control costs, staff rosters and stock, and develop contemporary dishes focused on local, seasonal, and sustainable produce.

Collaborate with the Manager to train and guide the team while maintaining high quality and guest satisfaction. Under the Executive Chef, you will manage time and resources, implement processes, and ensure compliance with nutrition, hygiene

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) required.
• Food safety standards and regulations knowledge essential.
• Experience leading kitchen teams and managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations, staffing, stock control and cost targets.
• Lead menu development, costing and recipe creation under Executive Chef direction.
• Mentor and train kitchen staff and ensure onboarding and performance development.
• Maintain SOPs, food safety, hygiene and safety standards across the kitchen.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Menu costing

Recipe development

Budget management

Recruitment & training

Staff supervision

Education

Certificate IV in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery)

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

First Aid Certificate with CPR

Job description

Tommy Collins Group is seeking a Head Chef for Bar Bouni Kitchen in Southbank, Melbourne. You will oversee daily kitchen operations, control costs, staff rosters and stock, and develop contemporary dishes focused on local, seasonal, and sustainable produce.

Collaborate with the Manager to train and guide the team while maintaining high quality and guest satisfaction. Under the Executive Chef, you will manage time and resources, implement processes, and ensure compliance with nutrition, hygiene