Lead Chef - Menu Innovator & Kitchen Leader (Full-Time)

Mr Pilgrim Cafe; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Professional development

Collaborative kitchen culture

Job summary

Mr Pilgrim Cafe, Semaphore SA, seeks an experienced Chef to join our full-time kitchen team. You will lead culinary operations, develop menus, and uphold top standards of food safety and presentation.

You will manage the kitchen staff, control costs, and ensure excellent guest experiences. Formal culinary qualification is mandatory; 3–5 years in a senior kitchen role; Food Safety Supervisor Certificate; strong leadership and creativity.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary qualification is mandatory for this position.
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience as a Chef or in a senior kitchen role within a café, restaurant or hospitality establishment.
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate is a must.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Creativity and passion for culinary innovation.
• Ability to work during peak service times.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and specs.
• Lead and supervise kitchen staff and workflow.
• Manage inventory, order ingredients, and control costs.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety standards.
• Develop and refine menu items with seasonal ingredients.
• Ensure dishes are well presented before service.
• Collaborate with management on customer feedback.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and cleanliness.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Communication

Education

Formal culinary qualification

Tools

POS systems

Kitchen management software

Job description

Mr Pilgrim Cafe, Semaphore SA, seeks an experienced Chef to join our full-time kitchen team. You will lead culinary operations, develop menus, and uphold top standards of food safety and presentation.

You will manage the kitchen staff, control costs, and ensure excellent guest experiences. Formal culinary qualification is mandatory; 3–5 years in a senior kitchen role; Food Safety Supervisor Certificate; strong leadership and creativity.