Executive Chef

3 weeks ago

Fremantle, Western Australia Lion Inc Full time

We're opening the doors to abrand-new, two-level venueon Fremantle's iconic Fishing Boat Harbour, and we're looking for a visionaryExecutive Chefto lead the culinary direction acrosstwo distinct kitchens:

  • Cherub Hall– the heartbeat of our brand, serving bold, beer-friendly fare that celebrates local produce and community spirit.
  • The Loft by Little Creatures & Co– a refined, Asian-inspired experience built around a wood-fired grill, where fire meets finesse.

This is a rare opportunity to shape two unique culinary identities in a venue designed to be a landmark destination for locals and visitors alike.

About the Venue:Part of a$10 million transformationcelebrating Little Creatures' 25th anniversary, the new Fremantle site at42 Mews Roadofferspanoramic waterfront views, immersive dining experiences, and a vibrant atmosphere that blends Fremantle's coastal and industrial heritage.

Your Role:As Executive Chef, you'll lead and mentor two kitchen teams, drive innovation and consistency, and collaborate with venue leadership to deliver unforgettable dining experiences across both levels.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and oversee menus for Cherub Hall and The Loft, ensuring each reflects its unique concept and audience
  • Lead, inspire, and manage two high-performing kitchen teams
  • Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency across both venues
  • Manage kitchen operations, budgets, and supplier relationships
  • Champion food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards
  • Collaborate with front-of-house and operations teams to ensure seamless service

What You Bring:

  • Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Head Chef in multi-outlet or concept-driven venues
  • Strong leadership and team development skills
  • Deep understanding of modern Australian and Asian cuisine, with a flair for wood-fired cooking
  • Passion for local ingredients, sustainability, and innovation
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of an iconic brand with a bold new vision
  • Creative freedom to shape two distinct culinary experiences
  • Annual "Cheers to You" bonus — because our creatures deserve a little extra love
  • Monthly Beer Bucks — your golden ticket to frothy rewards
  • Competitive salary, benefits, and career development opportunities
  • A dynamic, supportive team culture in a newly built, high-profile venue

Ready to lead the flavour revolution?

Apply now and help us bring the next evolution of Little Creatures to life.

We're a certified B Corp, which means we care about people, planet and purpose—not just profit. We're committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and we celebrate the unique perspectives that help us grow and innovate. We intentionally embrace difference and cultivate belonging every day, whether through our investment in our Reconciliation journey through our Innovate RAP, our commitment to gender pay equity or providing progressive people policies.

If you need specific support or accessibility adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know at talentacquisition@lionco.com so we can make sure that your recruitment process is fair and we enable you to shine. This includes tailored support for First Nations people, individuals with disabilities, those who are neurodivergent, and people who identify as transgender or gender diverse as we understand the unique challenges and concerns you may face.

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