Exciting Opportunity for a Skilled or Aspiring Head Chef at Fisho's Torquay!

Celebrating 10 years of serving fresh Southern Australian seafood, Fisho's Torquay is looking for a talented and motivated Head Chef to lead our small, passionate team. Whether you're an experienced chef ready for your next leadership role or an ambitious up-and-comer eager to develop your skills, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do:

- Lead by example with hands-on leadership, inspiring our kitchen team to deliver consistently high-quality, innovative dishes.

- Develop and showcase seasonal menus and daily specials that highlight the best local seafood.

- Manage daily kitchen operations — including rostering, stock management, ordering, and ensuring compliance.

- Identify opportunities for improvement to keep our kitchen running smoothly.

- Provide training and mentorship to help our team grow their skills.

- Work flexible hours, including weekends and peak holiday periods.

- Collaborate with front-of-house staff to deliver a relaxed yet exceptional casual dining experience.

What We're Looking For:

- A proven Head Chef with experience managing a small team and creating innovative, seasonal menus OR an ambitious, experienced chef looking to take the next step into a leadership role.

- A genuine passion for preparing and cooking seafood.

- Strong knowledge of kitchen operations and best practices.

- Excellent communication skills, with a positive attitude and a desire to lead and motivate.

- A passion for using fresh, locally-sourced seafood and ingredients.

- Flexibility and resilience to thrive in a fast-paced restaurant environment.

- Australian work rights are required for this position.

- Food Safety Supervisor certification is desired for this role.

If you're passionate, experienced, or eager to step into a Head Chef role and thrive in a lively setting, we'd love to hear from you! Join us at Fishos Torquay and be part of a team that celebrates great food and good times.

Position Details:

- Full-time

- Salary: $80,000 – $95,000 + super

Neg. depending on Experience