Chefs and Cooks

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Chef to join an award-winning fine dining kitchen team in Victoria, Australia. This is a full-time opportunity for a chef with proven experience at an international Michelin-starred level who is ready to take the next step in a high-end culinary career.

The successful candidate will play an important leadership role within the kitchen, supporting senior management, developing junior chefs and maintaining exceptional standards across food preparation, presentation and service.

• Supervise, train and mentor junior chefs and kitchen team members
• Maintain consistently high standards of food preparation, quality and presentation
• Assist with menu planning, recipe development and new culinary concepts
• Oversee food preparation and cooking operations during service
• Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and workplace health standards
• Monitor kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service
• Manage stock levels, ordering, stock rotation and kitchen inventory
• Assist with food costing and maintain accurate kitchen records
• Ensure food preparation and kitchen processes meet required compliance standards
• Lead by example through strong technical skills, professionalism and attention to detail
• Work closely with front-of-house teams to ensure efficient service and guest satisfaction
• Identify staff development needs and provide ongoing coaching and training
• Support continuous improvement across kitchen operations and culinary standards
• Contribute to a positive, professional and collaborative kitchen environment

• Minimum 5–7 years of professional kitchen experience
• At least 2–3 years' experience in a senior chef, senior sous chef or supervisory position
• Demonstrated experience working at an international Michelin-starred or equivalent high-end culinary level
• Advanced culinary skills with strong knowledge of contemporary cooking techniques
• Strong leadership, team management and staff training capabilities
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to perform effectively in a demanding, high-pressure kitchen environment
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace health requirements
• Experience with kitchen management, food costing and inventory systems
• Fine dining or premium hospitality experience highly desirable
• Knowledge of contemporary culinary trends and sustainable cooking practices
• Relevant culinary qualifications, apprenticeship or equivalent professional training preferred

Must be eligible to meet the requirements for employer sponsorship