Chef

Hospitality · Millicent, Mt Gambier & Limestone Coast SA, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

For chefs ready to move into full kitchen leadership, this Head Chef position in South Australia places the performance and development of a busy hospitality kitchen in your hands.

The employer is seeking an accomplished professional with proven leadership experience, one who combines strong cooking ability with practical leadership, operational knowledge and the experience to take confident charge.

Key areas of impact include maintaining food standards, developing the team, controlling costs and strengthening the overall food operation. Leading by example, managing busy services and sustaining consistent standards will be central to success, building the senior management experience that underpins long-term career growth.

Key Responsibilities

Hold end-to-end ownership of daily kitchen operations and service, with accountability for overall kitchen performance and standards
Build the capability of chefs and kitchen staff through leadership, supervision, training and mentoring of junior team members
Orchestrate preparation, cooking and service, and steer the team through high-volume and peak periods
Safeguard consistent quality, presentation and portion control, ensuring recipes, preparation methods and portion standards are applied every time
Shape menus, specials and seasonal food offerings
Keep food, labour and operational costs under review
Oversee stock ordering, inventory and supplier requirements, embedding effective wastage reduction and stock-control practices
Uphold rigorous food safety, hygiene and cleaning standards
Optimise workflow and operational efficiency, diagnosing issues and implementing practical solutions
Partner with venue management and the broader hospitality team
Sustain a professional, structured and positive kitchen culture

Requirements & Eligibility

Demonstrated track record as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or senior kitchen professional, including proven capacity to lead a commercial kitchen independently
Accomplished hands-on cooking and food preparation ability
Experience leading kitchen teams and delegating, with a professional approach to team leadership and staff development
Working knowledge of food costing, labour control, stock management and wastage
Thorough command of food safety and hygiene requirements
Experience within pubs, hotels, clubs or high-volume hospitality environments is advantageous
Capacity to deliver quality and consistency in busy services while remaining composed and effective under pressure
Well-developed organisational, time-management, communication and interpersonal capabilities
Readiness to take an active, hands-on role within the kitchen
Relevant culinary qualifications and/or substantial industry experience
Those seeking employer sponsorship may be considered where they meet the relevant requirements

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