Lead Chef for Dual-Venue BBQ & Tap Grill

Gennari Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Loose Moose and Roosevelt Lounge are seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at two iconic Broadbeach venues. You will design menus, manage a team of cooks and sous chefs, and oversee grill and smoker operations while maintaining quality, costs and allergen safety.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you’ll drive seasonal specials, mentor staff, and collaborate with front-of-house to deliver exceptional guest experiences across high-volume services.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef, Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent training.
• Experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens.
• Experience with American-style BBQ, smoking and grilling.
• Track record of managing food and labour costs against budget.
• Strong knowledge of ordering systems, stock control and supplier management.
• Experience with functions and banquet catering.
• Solid understanding of food safety and allergen management.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Availability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Design and update menus for both venues, balancing creativity with cost-effectiveness.
• Lead, manage and motivate the kitchen team with training and feedback.
• Oversee food prep on grill and smoker and cover the line during busy services.
• Ensure every dish meets high standards of quality, flavour, presentation and portions.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and allergen standards and keep the kitchen tidy.
• Manage inventory, ordering, stock levels and storage to minimise waste.
• Monitor food and labour costs to keep the kitchen within budget.
• Create and manage kitchen rosters for lunch, dinner and late-night service.
• Plan and execute functions, banquets and private events.
• Work closely with front of house for a seamless guest experience.
• Stay across industry trends and new techniques.

Skills

High-volume kitchens

BBQ & grilling

Food cost control

Allergen management

Supplier management

Banquet catering

Menu design & cost balance

Staff development

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Culinary arts qualification or equivalent

Tools

Grill & smoker

Job description

The Loose Moose and Roosevelt Lounge are seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen at two iconic Broadbeach venues. You will design menus, manage a team of cooks and sous chefs, and oversee grill and smoker operations while maintaining quality, costs and allergen safety.

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you’ll drive seasonal specials, mentor staff, and collaborate with front-of-house to deliver exceptional guest experiences across high-volume services.