Chef

7 days ago

Geelong, Victoria, Australia Workforce Extensions Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Are you a passionate Head Chef looking to lead a small but dedicated kitchen team in a dynamic hotel setting? We're helping a busy, full-service hotel in Geelong find a Head Chef who will deliver seasonal menus, manage food costs and inspire excellent standards.

What you'll do:

  • Lead and mentor a small kitchen brigade, rostering, training and daily operations
  • Take ownership of food cost control, supplier negotiations and margins
  • Collaborate on seasonal menu development and refreshes
  • Maintain high standards of presentation, consistency and food safety
  • Work closely with FOH, events and hotel teams to deliver a seamless guest experience
  • Be hands on in the kitchen when needed, supporting the team during busy service

What we'd love you to bring:

  • Proven experience as Head Chef/Senior Sous in busy food & beverage or hotel environments
  • Strong commercial mindset with ability to control food cost and wastage
  • Creative flair and ability to evolve menus in line with guest trends
  • Leadership & interpersonal skills - confident in coaching and building a cohesive team
  • A commitment to quality, consistency and operational discipline

Why this role stands out:

  • No split shifts, clean shift schedules
  • Genuine opportunity to shape menu direction and kitchen culture
  • Backed by a supportive hotel management structure
  • Work in a vibrant, well patronised venue with regular events and functions

If this sounds like your next move, where you can lead, innovate and still be hands on when it counts then apply now.

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