- You’re a hands-on Head Chef with strong culinary expertise and confident kitchen leadership.
- You’re hungry for growth and excited by opportunities within a large hospitality group.
- You thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments where culture and communication matter.
The Company and Location
This established hospitality group in Sydney’s South-West is beginning a new phase. Renowned for its strong community connections and reputation for warm, high-quality dining, the venue is known for its lively atmosphere and busy dining spots. Housing several restaurants under one roof—from casual trattorias to modern bistros—it serves as a destination for both locals and visitors. The team is now set to elevate the experience with a fresh focus on culinary leadership and team growth.
The Position
This is a standout opportunity for an experienced and motivated Head Chef to step into a hands-on leadership role within a dynamic, high-volume kitchen. You’ll take full ownership of day-to-day kitchen operations across two popular outlets, bringing a balance of operational excellence, creative menu direction, and genuine team development.
If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love to coach and grow your team, and take pride in delivering consistently exceptional food, this could be the ideal next move.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading, mentoring and developing a diverse team of chefs and kitchen hands
- Overseeing the daily operations of two kitchens in a busy dual-venue setting
- Ensuring high standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene are maintained at all times
- Managing supplier relationships and monitoring food costs to achieve budget targets
- Coordinating staff rosters and ensuring efficient service during peak trade
- Collaborating closely with senior leadership to develop menus that delight loyal guests and attract new diners
- Fostering a positive, respectful work environment aligned with the venue’s core values of trust, integrity, continuous improvement and community
- Taking a proactive, hands-on approach, you won’t be stuck behind a desk
The Benefits
This is more than just another Head Chef role; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of a well-loved venue while working alongside a supportive and collaborative leadership team.
You’ll have the freedom to put your stamp on the kitchen, develop a stable full-time brigade, and play a key role in driving the venue’s ongoing success. With clear pathways for career progression and the backing of an established group with multiple venues, this role allows you to grow and thrive in the long term.
What You Will Need
Our client is seeking someone with genuine passion, energy, and expertise—someone who leads by example in a high-volume kitchen and can manage a large team in a fast-paced setting.
Key qualities include:
- Proven experience as a Head Chef in a busy, high-volume environment
- Strong knowledge of Italian cuisine and traditional cooking methods
- A hands-on leadership style with the ability to motivate, train and retain staff
- Strong operational skills, with experience managing food costs and suppliers
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as required, you write your roster
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