HEAD CHEF POSITION

Lead the Kitchen at Macedon Village Hotel

A rare opportunity exists for an experienced Head Chef to lead our flagship kitchen at the Macedon Village Hotel - opening in the heart of the Macedon Ranges.

About the Role:

Working closely with our management team, you'll lead the delivery of a well-crafted modern pub menu that celebrates local producers and seasonal ingredients. This hands-on leadership position requires strong systems knowledge and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute and refine our established menu direction

• Lead and develop a high-performing kitchen team

• Drive quality, consistency and presentation standards

• Oversee all kitchen operations, including:

- Developing and implementing cooking process guidelines

- Staff recruitment and training

- Cost and inventory control

- Compliance and food safety

• Work with management on business planning and growth

Required Experience:

• Minimum 5 years in senior kitchen management

• Proven success in high-volume pub/hotel operations

• Strong commercial acumen and cost control skills

• Advanced knowledge of kitchen management systems

• Experience leading teams

• Current food safety qualifications

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package

• Structured roster with work-life balance

• Professional development opportunities

• State-of-the-art kitchen facilities

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Proven ability to deliver consistent, quality pub dining

• Strong business and operational focus

• Excellence in team leadership and development

• Systematic, hands on approach to kitchen management

• Understanding of regional dining markets

This is an opportunity to:

• Join a significant new venue at launch

• Be part of a progressive and dynamic hospitality business

• Make your mark in regional Victorian hospitality

To Apply:

Send your detailed resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant pub/hotel experience to [email protected]