Woods & Co Recruitment are excited to be partnering up with one of Melbourne’s most iconic French dining institutions in their search for a Head Chef. Celebrated for its authentic Parisian charm, this restaurant has been a cornerstone of the local dining scene for over ten years.

We’re looking for a hands-on leader with a passion for creativity, excellence and seamless operations. You’ll be instrumental in driving the brand’s future by taking ownership of food quality, menu innovation and inspiring the team. All while setting the kitchen up for growth and an evolving dining experience.

This role is ideal for someone with a deep understanding of French cuisine and a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences and is ready to lead from the front and make an impact.

What’s in it for you?

• $110,000 - $112,000 + Super.
• Join an iconic French establishment with deep roots in Melbourne’s dining scene.
• Enjoy predictable rosters, streamlined systems and a culture that values balance and well-being.
• Work within a supportive kitchen structure backed by a hands-on Culinary Director and executive team.
• Be part of a company committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences and ongoing growth.

What do you do?

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to maintain exceptional food quality and smooth service.
• Lead the development and production of innovative, high-quality French menus.
• Manage, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to maintain high performance and team cohesion.
• Collaborate seamlessly with front-of-house teams to deliver an exceptional and unified dining experience.
• Drive operational efficiency through strategic oversight of resources, costs, and team performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to occupational health and safety standards to maintain a safe kitchen environment.

What do you need?

• Trade qualified Head Chef with 5+ years’ experience leading high-volume kitchens.
• Strong expertise in French cuisine, blending traditional techniques with creative flair.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and develop a diverse kitchen team.
• Demonstrate exceptional standards in quality, consistency and presentation.
• Passionate about delivering memorable dining experiences that exceed expectations.
• Experience in managing kitchen operations, developing menus, ensuring compliance and controlling costs.

If you're as passionate about this position as we are, then please don't delay and APPLY NOW! We are interviewing immediately! For more information, please contact:

• Kat on 0482 095 930 or [email protected]

Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a positively diverse and inclusive workforce which values all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate and encourage applications (no matter age or status) from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or a linguistically diverse background, all members and genders of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.

*You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted and meet the above requirements.