Head Chef

12 hours ago

North Queensland, Australia Australian Venue Co. Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Local Community Tavern | High-Volume, Fast-Paced Environment

About the Venue
A true neighborhood favourite, this venue brings together great food, sport, and local community spirit. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and family-friendly offering, it delivers classic pub favourites alongside seasonal specials. The team proudly engages in major sporting and community events, creating memorable dining experiences year-round.

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Head Chef who thrives in a high-volume kitchen and leads with confidence, energy, and pride. You will drive culinary standards, champion team development, and ensure consistency in every service. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys being visible in the kitchen, leading by example, and building a strong, motivated brigade.

You Will Need

  • Demonstrated experience as a Head Chef in a busy pub or tavern environment

  • Strong leadership skills with a focus on coaching, development, and team culture

  • Operational excellence under pressure and a solutions-focused mindset

  • Proven ability to design, cost, and execute menus with consistency and creativity

  • Proven experience managing stock, labour, and cost control metrics

  • Strong knowledge of food safety standards, compliance, and kitchen systems

  • Confident communicator with strong collaboration abilities

  • Experience managing functions and large-scale event menus

  • Tech-savvy across POS, MS Office, and kitchen management systems

What You'll Bring

  • Pride in food quality and presentation

  • A passion for local community engagement

  • Drive to continually lift standards and develop talent

  • Business acumen and an eye for efficiency improvements

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary + annual bonus of up to $20K (paid quarterly)

  • Staff discounts across 240+ venues in Australia & New Zealand

  • Career pathways in a fast-growing hospitality group

  • Support from central functions: Marketing, Ops, People & Culture, and more

  • Ongoing leadership development and culinary growth opportunities

How to Apply
Apply now via Seek or our Careers Page. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a confidential discussion.

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