Head Chef
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Hospitality · Brisbane, QLD, Australia · Full-Time · $85,000 - $100,000/yr · Visa: Employer sponsored
For chefs aiming at the next rung of their career, this Brisbane opening combines culinary leadership with real kitchen management. The hotel is appointing a Head Chef to direct its menus, develop its brigade and grow a functions business alongside steady bistro and bar trade.
The position carries broad responsibility: menu engineering and costing, budget ownership, and the delivery of everything from celebrations and sporting lunches to charity events. It suits a professional who measures success in both plate quality and commercial outcomes. Sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
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Key Responsibilities
- Leadership of the culinary team: mentoring and developing chefs and kitchen attendants and building a positive, professional culture
- Menu development and costing for bistro, bar and event offers in a modern Australian style, with consistent presentation
- Event catering delivery in coordination with the functions team, plus ownership of purchasing, inventory, food costs, labour and waste against agreed budgets
- Compliance with rigorous food safety, hygiene, allergen and WHS standards, and a hands-on presence in service that keeps the kitchen calm and organised under pressure
Requirements & Eligibility
- Prior experience as a Head Chef or Kitchen Manager, with a strong hotel dining background
- Experience in high-volume functions or banqueting
- Culinary capability combined with sound financial judgement
- Ability to deliver busy meal services alongside large events
- Clear communication, a practical approach and commitment to team development
- Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and Food Safety Supervisor certification
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