👨‍🍳 Head Chef Wanted – Lead the Culinary Vision at Restaurant 317

Location: Restaurant 317, Church Street, Parramatta NSW
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonuses + Benefits

Are you a passionate, hands-on chef with a strong sense of leadership and creativity? Restaurant 317, Church Street’s longest-standing and proudly Coeliac Australia-accredited restaurant, is seeking an experienced and innovative Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and continue our legacy of exceptional dining.

We are known for our warm hospitality, inclusive menu, and uncompromising commitment to quality—especially for our gluten-free community. Now we’re looking for someone who can help elevate that commitment even further.

About Us

At Restaurant 317, we don’t just serve food—we craft experiences. Our menu is a celebration of Italian-inspired cuisine with a modern flair, where everything from house-made pasta to artisan bread is created with care and precision. As a Coeliac Australia-accredited restaurant, we maintain the highest standards in gluten-free food preparation, giving our guests peace of mind with every dish.

Located in the heart of Parramatta’s dining precinct, we are a trusted destination for locals and visitors alike, offering a dining experience where inclusivity meets excellence.

The Opportunity

As Head Chef, you’ll be the driving force behind our kitchen operations and culinary identity. From designing innovative, gluten-free-friendly menus to mentoring a talented kitchen brigade, you’ll play a pivotal role in every aspect of our culinary journey.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead daily kitchen operations with a focus on efficiency, consistency, and quality

Design seasonal menus with a strong emphasis on gluten-free dishes, house-made bread and pasta

Oversee production of all house-made items, ensuring Coeliac safety standards are met

Train and mentor kitchen staff on best practices and Coeliac protocols

Manage inventory, supplier relationships, and cost control measures

Ensure full compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations

Collaborate with the management team on promotions, special events, and operational improvements

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a Head Chef who is both a strong leader and a passionate craftsman. You must have deep experience in menu creation, bread and pasta-making, and managing a fast-paced professional kitchen. Experience with gluten-free or allergen-safe cooking practices is highly preferred.

You’ll Need:

Minimum 5 years’ experience in professional kitchens, including 2+ years in a leadership or Head Chef role

Proven ability to design and execute innovative, balanced menus

Skilled in artisanal bread and fresh pasta preparation

Strong understanding of kitchen operations, costing, staffing, and scheduling

Experience in maintaining allergen-safe environments (Coeliac knowledge is a strong plus)

Excellent leadership, communication, and training abilities

A hands-on approach and commitment to upholding the restaurant’s values and reputation

Why Join Restaurant 317?

Be part of a heritage brand on one of Sydney’s most iconic dining streets

Work in a Coeliac-accredited kitchen where your attention to detail truly matters

Enjoy creative freedom in menu design and culinary innovation

Competitive salary package with performance bonuses

A supportive, experienced front-of-house team and ownership that values culinary excellence

Career development opportunities in a growing hospitality business

Apply Now

Ready to bring your culinary passion to a kitchen that values innovation, tradition, and inclusivity?

Submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and (if available) samples of your menus or food presentation portfolio to [email protected]

You can also learn more about us at www.317.com.au