Head Chef

Hospitality · Beachmere, Brisbane QLD, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr

Culinary professionals aiming for a senior leadership step will find this full-time Head Chef position in Beachmere, Queensland, worth serious consideration. Applicants are expected to evidence their identity, credentials and career history with confidence.

The priority is a leader who has already steered high-pressure services, built capable teams and kept food standards outstanding. A transparent, checkable career record and recognised culinary credentials will strengthen applications from professionals in India and elsewhere.

As the head of the kitchen, you will set the tone for quality, consistency, teamwork and professionalism across every service.

Key Responsibilities

Shape menu development and suggest new food offerings
Direct the full range of daily kitchen activity
Oversee the brigade during food preparation
Back the team up throughout each service
Set a high bar for presentation, consistency and food quality
Keep workflow efficient in a high-traffic casual dining venue
Cook and supervise dishes that draw on varied cooking techniques
Track portion sizes and production standards
Coach and train kitchen staff, offering ongoing guidance
Plan food preparation and manage stock levels
Look after storage and place orders as required
Keep the kitchen fully aligned with HACCP, hygiene and food safety requirements
Run a tidy, orderly and professional workspace
Foster a positive culture where the team is accountable and performs highly
Cover a flexible roster spanning evenings, weekends and public holidays

Requirements & Eligibility

Formal training through a Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent recognised qualification
At least 3–5 years working in relevant commercial kitchens
Approximately 1–2 years leading as a Head Chef or senior Sous Chef
A track record of directing and coordinating a professional kitchen brigade
Command of contemporary cooking methods across varied culinary styles
Reliability in producing consistent results under busy service conditions
Well-developed leadership, organisational and communication capability
In-depth understanding of HACCP procedures and food safety legislation
A professional image and high personal conduct standards, plus flexible availability over a seven-day roster
A current CV, contactable professional referees and dependable supporting evidence of identity, qualifications and relevant employment history
Sponsorship may be available for an eligible candidate meeting the applicable requirements

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