Chefs and Cooks

An exciting opportunity is available for an accomplished Head Chef to take the lead at a major new hospitality venue opening in New South Wales in December 2026.

The venue will offer a vibrant, family-friendly environment with a busy bistro and bar, beer garden, children’s play area and dedicated sports bar. The successful Head Chef will take ownership of the kitchen operation from opening day, build and develop a team of 20+ kitchen staff, and help establish a modern, commercially successful food offering.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced hospitality leader looking to make a significant impact while joining an established hospitality business.

• Lead and manage a kitchen team of 20+ staff
• Recruit, train, mentor and develop kitchen team members
• Take full responsibility for daily kitchen operations
• Manage high-volume food preparation and service
• Develop modern, commercially successful pub-style menus
• Maintain consistently high standards of food quality and presentation
• Manage food costs, labour costs, purchasing and stock control
• Monitor kitchen performance and operational efficiency
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local suppliers
• Ensure compliance with WHS, food safety and HACCP requirements
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness and organisation
• Coordinate effectively with venue management and front-of-house teams
• Contribute to a positive and professional kitchen culture
• Help deliver an outstanding guest experience from opening day

• 2–3 years of experience in a Head Chef or senior kitchen leadership position
• Proven experience managing a large-scale pub, hospitality or high-volume kitchen
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a substantial kitchen team
• Strong knowledge of commercial kitchen operations
• Strong financial, budgeting and cost-control skills
• Experience with menu development and food costing
• Excellent leadership, communication and team-management skills
• Passion for quality food and locally sourced produce
• Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP and workplace health and safety
• Relevant commercial cookery qualifications
• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume hospitality environment
• Willingness to relocate to regional New South Wales

Sponsorship available for the right candidate.