Lead Chef de Cuisine, Commissary Kitchen

The Star Entertainment Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Star Entertainment Group seeks a Chef de Cuisine for our Commissary Kitchen in Sydney. You will lead a team of chefs under the Executive Sous Chef, driving excellence across a multi-venue property and overseeing culinary operations in a fast-paced environment.

You will participate in menu development, pricing and staff training, ensuring high standards of food quality, cost control, and guest satisfaction across The Star Sydney venues.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Chef with industry qualifications, such as Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery.
• Experience managing a lively and fast-paced team.
• Strong understanding of produce, culinary techniques, and kitchen equipment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Full working rights to commit to a minimum of 40 hours per week, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for leading all aspects of team management.
• Participate in menu preparation and pricing policies.
• Develop training plans and conduct on-the-job training sessions.
• Ensure an open line of communication between the team, management and guests.
• Attract and retain the right talent into the business.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu planning

Training & development

Communication

Talent retention

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Job description

The Star Entertainment Group seeks a Chef de Cuisine for our Commissary Kitchen in Sydney. You will lead a team of chefs under the Executive Sous Chef, driving excellence across a multi-venue property and overseeing culinary operations in a fast-paced environment.

You will participate in menu development, pricing and staff training, ensuring high standards of food quality, cost control, and guest satisfaction across The Star Sydney venues.