Lead Chef – Heritage Kitchen, Ringwood

Kogan People Solutions - Recruiters; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ringwood VIC is seeking a skilled Chef for a full-time role at a popular hospitality venue. The position offers AU$80,000 to AU$85,000 plus superannuation and requires leadership across a busy kitchen.

The successful candidate will mentor staff, develop seasonal menus, manage stock and costs, and ensure OH&S and HACCP standards are met while delivering high-quality, well-presented dishes in a vibrant Ringwood setting.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary cookery qualifications to at least Diploma level or equivalent.
• Experience leading kitchen teams in busy dining venues.
• Solid understanding of OH&S and HACCP practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and support the kitchen team to deliver high-quality results.
• Assist with onboarding and training of cooks and kitchen staff.
• Oversee preparation, cooking and presentation across all kitchen sections.
• Manage daily kitchen operations including stock control, ordering, waste management and cost control.
• Develop, test, cost and introduce seasonal menu items and daily specials.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Cost control

Food safety HACCP

Stock management

Staff training

Education

Diploma in cookery

Job description

Ringwood VIC is seeking a skilled Chef for a full-time role at a popular hospitality venue. The position offers AU$80,000 to AU$85,000 plus superannuation and requires leadership across a busy kitchen.

The successful candidate will mentor staff, develop seasonal menus, manage stock and costs, and ensure OH&S and HACCP standards are met while delivering high-quality, well-presented dishes in a vibrant Ringwood setting.