Regional Executive Chef: Lead Multi-Site Culinary Innovation

Compass Group Australia

South Australia

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided on shift
Discounts across Compass stores
Career growth and development

Job summary

Compass Group Australia is seeking a Regional Executive Chef to lead culinary strategy across a multi-site portfolio in Australia. You will mentor Head Chefs, drive innovative menus, and ensure top quality experiences for clients and guests.

The role requires travel across sites, strong P&L awareness, and a proven track record in large-volume catering. A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and HACCP credentials are essential.

Qualifications

  • Certificate III in Commercial Cookery is required.
  • Trade-qualified Executive Chef with 10+ years in senior culinary leadership.
  • Experience managing multiple sites or operations and P&L awareness.
  • Strong HACCP knowledge and food cost control.

Responsibilities

  • Drive culinary standards, consistency, and excellence across sites.
  • Lead menu development, client-focused food propositions, and innovation.
  • Coach and develop Head Chefs and senior culinary teams.
  • Improve food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction.
  • Oversee food cost performance and waste reduction initiatives.
  • Engage clients with tastings, reviews, and innovation discussions.
  • Support mobilisations, bids, VIP events, and projects.
  • Champion food safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Strategic thinking
People development
Menu development
Food safety

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Compass Group Australia is seeking a Regional Executive Chef to lead culinary strategy across a multi-site portfolio in Australia. You will mentor Head Chefs, drive innovative menus, and ensure top quality experiences for clients and guests.

The role requires travel across sites, strong P&L awareness, and a proven track record in large-volume catering. A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and HACCP credentials are essential.

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