Why This Role Is Different

Here you'll have the creative freedom to design menus that evolve with the seasons, working closely with owners who want their chef's voice and vision to shine. The restaurant's strong identity, one of a kind location, and modern fit-out provide the perfect canvas for an ambitious chef ready to lead a team and take the venue to the next level.

Your Responsibilities

Lead and inspire a professional kitchen team across restaurant service and major events

Create, develop and deliver a seasonally changing, share-style menu that celebrates Mediterranean traditions with local produce

Oversee full kitchen operations: rostering, stock and supplier management, ordering, compliance, and cost controls

Maintain consistency and high standards across a la carte, functions, and special events

Build and nurture a calm, professional, and collaborative kitchen culture

Work in tandem with ownership and senior FOH to deliver a seamless guest experience

About You

Proven experience as a Head Chef in premium, high-volume restaurants

A deep love of Mediterranean flavours and contemporary share-style dining

Strong operational knowledge - balancing creativity with systems and structure

Track record managing both a la carte service and large event catering

A hands-on leader who motivates and lifts their team through example

Confident managing food costs, labour budgets, and supplier relationships

Full Australian working rights required

The Benefits

$120K-$135K + Super (negotiable based on experience)

Full-time, permanent role in a well-backed, secure operation

Creative freedom to leave your stamp on the menu and direction

Work with premium produce in a newly designed, high-spec kitchen

Collaborative leadership team - strong FOH & BOH support in place

Join a restaurant that blends upmarket dining with community and event appeal

This is the perfect opportunity for a driven, creative, and commercially minded Head Chef who wants to run a serious kitchen without sacrificing innovation or voice.

Apply now with your CV - interviews are currently underway.