Head Chef
Hospitality · Beachmere, Brisbane QLD, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000/yr
In Beachmere, Brisbane QLD, this full-time Head Chef will take the lead. The kitchen needs someone with a proven record of running busy services, guiding a brigade and keeping food standards exceptional, backed by a strong professional background.
You will be expected to show your identity, qualifications and relevant experience with confidence; a clear, verifiable work history and recognised culinary credentials put you in a strong position. Once in the role, you will lead operations and build a kitchen where quality, consistency, teamwork and professional standards hold firm through every service. For chefs heading kitchens in Dubai, Doha or Riyadh and planning a considered next move, this deserves a look.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and lead every part of daily kitchen activity, supporting and managing the brigade through prep and service
- Keep dishes consistent, well presented and high in quality
- Ensure the kitchen flows smoothly in a busy casual dining venue
- Cook and oversee dishes across a variety of techniques, monitoring portions and food production standards
- Coach, train and support kitchen staff
- Control prep, ordering, storage and stock
- Ensure all hygiene, food safety and HACCP requirements are met, and keep the workplace clean, organised and professional
- Contribute ideas for new food offerings and menu development
- Build a kitchen culture that is positive, accountable and high-performing
- Be flexible on a roster that includes evenings, weekends and public holidays
Requirements & Eligibility
- Certificate III or Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, or a recognised equivalent
- At least 3–5 years in relevant commercial kitchens, with approximately 1–2 years spent as Head Chef or senior Sous Chef
- Proven leadership of a professional kitchen brigade, supported by good communication, organisational and leadership skills
- Strong command of modern cooking methods across a range of culinary styles, delivering consistent results when service is busy
- Strong grasp of HACCP procedures and food safety legislation
- Professional presentation, high personal conduct standards and flexible availability over a seven-day roster
- Can supply a current CV and contactable professional referees, along with reliable documents supporting your identity, qualifications and relevant employment history
- An eligible candidate meeting the applicable requirements may be offered sponsorship
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