Head Chef

1 week ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Summerset Full time

Company DescriptionHead Chef – Be Part of Something Special in Our Brand-Village Cafe
Summerset Cranbourne North is preparing to open the doors to its brand-new cafe a stunning addition to our already vibrant village community.
With its beautiful location this new space will be the jewel in our crown – and we're looking for a passionate Head Chef to help bring it to life.You can help bring our villages to life
At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it's the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life.
We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.
Job DescriptionAs our Head Chef you'll oversee all kitchen operations – from resident meals to vibrant café offerings, events such as cultural or fine dining evenings – all while leading a passionate culinary team.
Your role will extend beyond culinary expertise and include the supervision of effective kitchen team management and general operations set out belowYour day-to-day will include:Preparing and cooking delicious set meals for residents who can't make it to the caféCreating enticing café menus and cabinet food that appeals to a wide audienceManaging food preparation for special events and celebrationsEnsuring full compliance with our Food Control plan and Health & Safety standardsManaging supplier relationships and excelling in budget and roster managementPlease to view the full job description.QualificationsYou'll be a qualified, experienced Head Chef with a passion for food and people.
You thrive in a busy kitchen, lead by example, and love bringing people together through great food.You'll also bring:Certificate III in commercial cookery or equivalent trade qualification as well as Level 2 qualified food safety supervisorProven substantial experience as a Head Chef in a commercial environment, aged care highly desirable.Demonstrated experience and knowledge of diverse and modified dietary requirements including various cuisine and cooking techniquesSolid leadership experience including budget management experienceA love for mentoring and supporting others in the kitchenAdditional InformationWhy Summerset?
At Summerset, you're more than just part of a team – you're part of a community.
We're one team united by a shared purpose: to bring the best of life to our residents.
That means we invest in our people, celebrate diversity, and support your growth every step of the way.You'll also enjoy:This role also offers great work-life balance with set weekly hours Monday to Friday.
Occasional weekend and nights will be required for events.An annual entitlement to Summerset sharesOngoing training & development, including opportunities to gain further culinary qualificationsNovated leasesReady to Apply?
Applications close on Thursday 18th September This is your chance to take the lead in a fresh, exciting environment where your creativity, leadership, and love of food will be truly valued.Bring your passion.
Build your team.
Shape something special with Summerset.Job LocationGoogle Maps requires functional cookies to be enabled


  • Head Chef

    4 days ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Get a Chef Now Full time $75,000 - $80,000 per year

    Are you an experienced Head Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready to take the lead in a vibrant bistro kitchen?Our client is seeking a passionate and hands-on Full-Time Head Chef to join their team in Ferntree Gully. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a busy kitchen, lead a small team, and deliver exceptional dining experiences for both...

  • head chef

    2 weeks ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia H&J Prime Group Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Restaurant II.II.VIHead ChefMelbourne VICHospitality & TourismFull timeWe are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen at Restaurant II.II.VI, located at 226 Flinders Lane in the heart of Melbourne CBD. This is a rare opportunity to take the reins of a modern, premium dining venue and make your mark in one of Melbourne's most...

  • Head Chef

    1 week ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Hospoworld Resourcing Full time

    Head Chef | Melbourne Lead a production team for one of Australia's best restaurant groups.Focus areas in cost management, quality assurance, and logistics management The Opportunity:You will be welcomed into a genuine team of high-performance leaders from your first day, making you feel part of the family and fully aware of the standards they collectively...

  • Head Chef

    2 weeks ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Atlantic Group Hospitality Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Head Chef – Sushi Baby, BrightonAre you a passionate and experienced Head Chef looking for your next opportunity? Sushi Baby, Brighton's go-to destination for fresh, high-quality sushi and Japanese cuisine, is looking for a dynamic and creative leader to join our team.About UsDelicate in design and hand-crafted with precision, Sushi Baby has fast become a...

  • Head Chef

    2 weeks ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Hospoworld Resourcing Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

    The ideal candidate A minimum of 3 years experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef Previous hatted or michelin star experience required Strong kitchen management skills across stock control, COG's, wage costs, food safety and OHS A leader who is able to wear many hats during service, handle volume, and inspire some of Melbourne's most talented Chefs ...

  • Head chef

    2 weeks ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Ambrai Full time $65,000 per year

    Head Chef – New Indian Restaurant (Sponsorship Available)We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of our brand-new Indian restaurant in Melbourne and are looking for a talented Head Chef to lead our kitchen team.About the RoleAs the Head Chef, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing an authentic and innovative Indian menu,...

  • Head Chef

    2 weeks ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Australian Venue Co. Full time

    Join to apply for the Head Chef | Middle Park Hotel role at Australian Venue Co.2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Head Chef | Middle Park Hotel role at Australian Venue Co.About UsAt Middle Park Hotel, we're passionate about exceptional dining experiences. From the bar to the restaurant, our menus celebrate the best of...

  • Head Chef

    3 weeks ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Buscojobs Full time

    About UsAt Middle Park Hotel, we're passionate about exceptional dining experiences. From the bar to the restaurant, our menus celebrate the best of Victorian produce — delivering everything from elevated pub classics to bold, chef-driven creations.The OpportunityWe're looking for a creative and passionate Head Chef to take the reins of our kitchen. In...

  • Head Chef

    1 week ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Mcmullen & Sons Ltd Full time

    OverviewIf your ambition is to build a career in a long established, successful family run business, where guests come first and quality is paramount, come and join us as a Head Chef.We're independent, so believe in investing in the future and we love home-grown talent.We treat all our people like part of the family – you'll be respected, trained, coached...

  • Head Chef

    5 days ago


    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Summerset Retirement Villages Full time

    Company DescriptionHead Chef – Be Part of Something Special in Our Brand-Village CafeSummerset Cranbourne North is preparing to open the doors to its brand-new cafe a stunning addition to our already vibrant village community. With its beautiful location this new space will be the jewel in our crown – and we're looking for a passionate Head Chef to help...