Solo Chef: Full Ownership, Flexible Hours, Creative Menu

Staff Needed; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay package

Excellent work-life balance with ro{st

Full creative control over menu

Modern kitchen environment

Job summary

Staff Needed Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Solo Chef to take full ownership of the kitchen. This full-time role requires independent leadership, strong organization, and the ability to run a fast-paced kitchen autonomously.

You will design, execute, and update seasonal menus, manage stock and suppliers, maintain HACCP standards, and control costs to meet budget targets. Excellent pay and rostered hours are offered for a skilled head/solo chef.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (Cert III or higher)
• Proven experience as Head Chef or Solo Chef
• Strong skills in menu planning, costing and inventory control
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure without supervision
• Valid Australian working rights and a National Police check

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the kitchen from prep to service.
• Design and update seasonal menus.
• Manage stock levels, ordering and supplier relationships.
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Control food costs and minimize waste to meet budget targets

Skills

Menu planning

Costing

Inventory control

Autonomy

Education

Commercial Cookery Cert III or higher

Job description

Staff Needed Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Solo Chef to take full ownership of the kitchen. This full-time role requires independent leadership, strong organization, and the ability to run a fast-paced kitchen autonomously.

You will design, execute, and update seasonal menus, manage stock and suppliers, maintain HACCP standards, and control costs to meet budget targets. Excellent pay and rostered hours are offered for a skilled head/solo chef.