Head Chef
Hospitality · Beachmere, Brisbane QLD, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview
Ready to lead your own kitchen in Australia? A full-time Head Chef opportunity is open in Beachmere, Queensland, for an experienced culinary professional who can confidently show their identity, qualifications and relevant work experience.
The employer is looking for a capable kitchen leader with a proven record of handling busy service, guiding a team and keeping food standards exceptional. A clear, verifiable work history and recognised culinary qualifications will put you in a good position. If you have run kitchens in the Middle East, back home in the Philippines or anywhere else, this could be your next move.
You will lead kitchen operations and create a workplace where quality, consistency, teamwork and professional standards are kept up in every service.
Key Responsibilities
- Run all day-to-day kitchen activities and keep the workflow efficient in a busy casual dining setting
- Lead, train and support your kitchen team through prep and service
- Cook and oversee dishes using a range of cooking techniques, keeping quality, consistency and presentation high
- Keep portion control and food production standards on track
- Look after food prep, stock levels, storage and ordering
- Make sure the kitchen meets every food safety, hygiene and HACCP requirement and stays clean and organised
- Share ideas for menu development and new dishes
- Build a kitchen culture that is positive, accountable and high-performing
- Be flexible with a roster that covers evenings, weekends and public holidays
Requirements & Eligibility
- A Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or an equivalent recognised qualification
- At least 3–5 years of relevant commercial kitchen experience, including approximately 1–2 years as a Head Chef or senior Sous Chef
- Proven ability to lead and coordinate a professional kitchen team
- Strong knowledge of modern cooking methods and a range of culinary styles
- Able to deliver consistent results when service is busy
- Good leadership, communication and organisational skills
- Strong understanding of food safety legislation and HACCP procedures
- Professional presentation and high standards of personal conduct, with flexible availability across a seven-day roster
- Able to provide a current CV, professional referees who can be contacted, and reliable supporting information about your identity, qualifications and relevant employment history
- Sponsorship may be available if you are an eligible candidate who meets the applicable requirements
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