Head Chef

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

Chefs specialising in Singaporean and Malaysian cuisine who are ready for a senior leadership post will find this full-time Head Chef position in Sunnybank, Brisbane, a valuable career step.

The role centres on directing the kitchen, upholding standards on every plate, shaping the menu and making sure the brigade performs consistently through peak trade. Your culinary skill, leadership and commercial track record should all be demonstrable through a genuine professional history.

For professionals from India and beyond, it is an opportunity to apply verified culinary experience in an Australian commercial kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

Direct the day-to-day running of the kitchen and pre-service set-up, coordinating the brigade and coaching staff on prep, cooking and kitchen procedures
Produce authentic Singaporean and Malaysian dishes to a dependable commercial standard
Bring strong practical expertise to curries, sauces, noodle and rice dishes and wok work
Safeguard consistency in taste, plating and portioning
Schedule prep in line with anticipated service demand
Feed practical suggestions into menu development and new dish creation
Assess ingredient quality and confirm that the correct preparation methods are applied
Oversee purchasing, deliveries, storage and stock rotation, tracking usage, portion sizes, costs and wastage
Foster clear communication between the kitchen and the service team
Oversee food safety, hygiene, temperature control and allergen management, and ensure takeaway orders leave accurate and on time
Keep equipment well maintained and safely operated, resolving any operational or equipment issues that arise
Uphold a clean, orderly and professional kitchen

Requirements & Eligibility

Demonstrated professional background as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or senior chef, including previous experience leading, supervising or training kitchen staff
Strong practical expertise in Singaporean and Malaysian cuisine, with proven capability across curries, sauces, noodles, rice dishes and wok cooking
Commercial kitchen background in a busy restaurant, takeaway or quick-service operation
Demonstrated capacity to sustain consistent food quality at peak service
Strong hands-on kitchen management and organisational capability
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards applying to commercial kitchens
Experience in food costing, wastage control and stock management, along with effective communication with kitchen and service teams
Relevant commercial cookery qualifications are desirable
Capacity to provide genuine evidence of professional experience and qualifications
Availability for full-time work, including weekends and public holidays as required; candidates must satisfy applicable requirements for employer sponsorship and visa eligibility

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