Executive Mexican Culinary Director

3 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Merivale Full time

About Slip Inn

Slip Inn is a lively and vibrant venue that embodies the spirit of Mexico. Located in Sydney's CBD, this cantina offers an immersive experience for patrons, with food, fun, and friends coming together to create the ultimate fiesta.

The El Loco menu at Slip Inn showcases a range of mouth-watering dishes, including Mexican-style beef brisket burger, quesabirria, and El Frederiko hot dog, as well as popular tacos that cater to diverse tastes.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Executive Chef with a passion for Mexican cuisine to lead our culinary team. This is an exceptional opportunity to drive the food direction of multiple venues and take ownership of the culinary offering.

  • A minimum of 2+ years of experience in a similar role, with a deep understanding of Mexican food culture.
  • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage a small kitchen team effectively.
  • A passion for delivering high-quality food consistently and maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence.
  • Excellent communication and management skills, with a professional approach to staff training and development.
  • A solid understanding of financial acumen, WH&S, and staff training.
  • Experience working in high-volume environments and events.
  • The ability to adapt to changing situations and work collaboratively with the head chef on food direction.

This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious Executive Chef who wants to take on more responsibility and drive the culinary vision of Merivale.

About the Package

You will be joining a company that invests in its people, offering:

  • A competitive salary package.
  • Paid parental leave and flexible return-to-work support for new parents.
  • Exclusive discounts at over 90 Merivale venues.
  • Career and development opportunities, learning from the best in the industry.
  • An Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
  • An Employee Referral Program for rewarding employee referrals.


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