▷ (Immediate Start) Head Chef

7 days ago

NSW Sydney City amp Inner West, Australia TALENT ON THE MOVE PTY LTD Full time

About the company

Join a well-established and much-loved French-inspired café and bistro with over 25 years of success. With two bustling locations and a range of signature products sold nationally and internationally, this is a family-run business that values quality, innovation, and a warm, community-driven atmosphere.

About the role

We're on the hunt for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen at the 40-50 seat café and bistro in a renowned suburb of Sydney's Inner West. This is a unique opportunity for someone seeking full ownership and autonomy in the kitchen. If you love creating simple, fresh, and innovative dishes with high quality ingredients in the French tradition with a twist, this is the role for you


Responsibilities

Design and execute menus that reflect the signature French bistro style with a twist.

Lead kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and high-quality standards.

Oversee stock control, food costs, and supplier relationships to maintain profitability.

Manage and mentor a small team, fostering a positive and professional work environment.

Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.

Work closely with the manager, and front-of-house team to deliver a seamless dining experience.


About you

3-5 years of experience in a Head Chef or senior kitchen role.

French or European culinary techniques - no Michelin stars required, just great food

Professional attitude with a hands-on approach.

Organised, clean, and efficient, able to thrive in a small kitchen.

Business-minded, with an understanding of food and labour costs.

Long tenure in past roles - this is for someone committed to the industry.

A team player who values autonomy, trust, and results-driven leadership.


Why Join Us?

Full autonomy to run the kitchen as your own, with a great development challenge

Family-run business with a warm, dynamic & supportive work culture

Consistent roster with work-life balance / 4 day weeks?

Beautiful, affluent locations with a loyal clientele

A passionate core team of 5 in the kitchen, proud to embody l'art de vivre à la française

????Attractive salary of $90K-$100K + super + incentives + tips (affluent clientele + wine upselling)

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