Head Chef

About the role

You will be responsible for helping lead the day-to-day kitchen operations while maintaining the quality and consistency of our food. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled kitchen professional to take on greater responsibility, work closely with the owner and existing team, and help take our kitchen to the next level.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support the kitchen team
• Maintain the quality, flavour and presentation of our existing menu
• Manage kitchen preparation and service
• Introduce new dishes, flavours and cooking techniques
• Assist with menu development and future concepts
• Help develop our catering menu
• Manage stock, ordering, portion control and food costs
• Reduce wastage and improve kitchen efficiency
• Help establish and maintain kitchen systems and procedures
• Train and guide other kitchen team members

About you

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef or Senior Chef
• Experience in a Vietnamese, Asian or similar high-volume restaurant
• Strong knowledge of Vietnamese and Asian flavours, ingredients and cooking methods
• A passion for quality food and consistent execution
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and lead a team
• Experience with food cost, stock control and kitchen operations
• A positive, reliable and professional attitude
• The ability to remain calm and organised in a busy kitchen
• Experience with catering, large-volume production or menu development is highly regarded

Benefits

• $90,000–$110,000 + super, depending on experience
• Stable, long-term opportunity
• An established restaurant with a loyal customer base
• A supportive management team
• Genuine input into menu and kitchen development
• Opportunity to develop our growing catering offering
• Opportunity to contribute to future concepts as the business grows
• A role where your experience and ideas will genuinely be valued