Head Chef

Kingpin Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Posted Monday 11 August 2025 at 2:00 pm

ESCAPE ORDINARY – KINGPIN MELBOURNE

Get to know us

Welcome to Kingpin, where hospitality and entertainment collide. You might think you know us, but we're about to redefine fun in Melbourne. Opening late 2025, our new Kingpin venue is set to be the ultimate showstopper, your new local and quite frankly, a bit of a show-off. Spanning a massive 3700m², this space will feature:

• A next level bar and grill with serious main character energy
• 2 bars, 16 taps, endless vibes craft and classic beers, cocktails and premium pours
• Every sport live ensuring guests never miss a match-game moment
• Event spaces designed for trivia nights, comedy shows, and more
• A sporting arena packed with activities like indoor lawn bowls, batting cages, and darts
• Uniquely designed Arcade exclusive games, interactive experiences and classic favourites

We know, we know – we can't wait either

Essence of the position:

We have begun the search for our Head Chef. Our Bar & Grill in Kingpin Melbourne is set to delight, featuring a state-of-the-art open kitchen including a Josper Grill and a pizza oven we know will be running hot into the night With a menu curated specifically for this new venue, this will be a kitchen you will be proud to manage.

Some of your key areas of responsibility will be:

• Meet operational standards to meet guest expectations and aligning to our company mission and values
• Deliver on all aspects of a high-volume kitchen, including the execution of Group & Corporate events, collaborating with other Heads of Department for the best outcomes
• Execute the menu + also create weekly specials to consistently meet standards and delight our guests
• Lead the kitchen team by modelling the importance of the operation and the guest experience, being hands on and working WITH the team
• Train new team members and ensure training compliance in your team and adherence to SOP's
• Deliver on budgetary targets by efficient ordering, managing wastage, managing the scheduling of team and identifying opportunities alongside your General Manager for cost control
• Enthusiastically drive & implement any new menus and F&B promotions

Key Attributes & Capabilities:

Putting people neatly into boxes, isn't really our style, but there are a few key factors that will be really important when it comes to selecting the right candidate for this position:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous Chef in high-volume restaurants or premium casual dining environments, where you have been hands on and happy to roll up your sleeves
• Able to multi-task, prioritise and execute to deliver high-quality results in fast-paced settings
• Extensive understanding of food safety principles, particularly allergen & dietary management, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Strong in kitchen operations in order to execute the menu to a high standard
• Exposure in managing the food operations for large scale events & functions
• A people leader that can inspire, coach on the job, delegate and foster a smooth and efficient kitchen operation

Ready to Escape Ordinary? Join our team and experience:

• Authentic Culture & Values that live beyond posters on the wall
• Access to a range of programs & initiatives designed to support your wellbeing
• Open a venue unlike anything Australia has seen before
• Unmatched growth opportunities
• Fantastic Perks & Discounts exclusive to you and your friends across our venues

Kingpin Melbourne will be opening in Dec 2025, we are ready to hire for this key role NOW

At TEEG we love to celebrate what makes you, uniquely you. We welcome all applications regardless of your gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation or accessibility. After all, we are ALWAYS #BetterTogether

Kingpin Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia