Senior Chef

1 day ago

Bondi New South Wales Australia Winarch Group Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Wats on Events is gearing up for an exciting new summer bar activation at Pavilion Social. We're on the hunt for a dynamic, passionate Chef to lead our back-of-house team. This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of the kitchen and play a key role in bringing one of the most talked about activations to life.

Why Join us?


• Lead the kitchen for one of the most exciting summer bar activations.


• Be part of a fast-paced, fun, and professional events team known for delivering top-tier experiences.


• Full-time fixed term contract until April 2026 with the potential for permanent employment.

About Wats on Events: Delivering premium services for some of Australia's most renowned and prestigious events for over a decade. The foundation of our success lies in the pride and passion we provide for each of our clients, through every step of their event, forming lasting partnerships and long-term growth. Our focused and energetic team of event professionals are driven to provide a service that is seamless, end to end, and of the highest possible quality.

Responsibilities:

  • Be responsible for the day-to day culinary operations of the kitchen including ordering, staffing and food safety.
  • Supervise all food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and venue standards.
  • Uphold food safety, hygiene and OH&S compliance at all times.
  • Running kitchen operations effectively and efficiently.
  • Ensure the food operations are within budgetary requirements for labour, product and operational expenses under the guidance of management.
  • Monitor, evaluate and modify the quality and consistency of food and product delivery.
  • Training and development of the kitchen team.
  • Review and analyse the day-to-day operational needs of the business.
  • Assisting in menu development for the Wats on Events Summer Bar Activation
  • Managing food inventory, kitchen cleanliness and controlling costs to meet budgetary goals.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in high volume functions or A La Carte service experience.
  • Proven leadership skills with experience managing a team.
  • The ability to work under the pressure.
  • The ability to adapt and work in temporary kitchens with limited resources.
  • Able to deliver food that excites, engages and aligns with the brand.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and presentation.
  • Strong communication and time management skills.
  • Reliability and punctuality throughout the activation period.

Ready to Lead the Kitchen This Summer?

Apply now and bring your culinary creativity to one of the season's most vibrant events. This is more than just a job – it's a chance to create something unforgettable.

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