Head Chef

Placed.au is looking for a full-time Head Chef for our client in Hughesdale, Victoria. This role is responsible for leading kitchen operations, developing menus, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality food production in a dynamic hospitality environment. Job Description • Develop and monitor kitchen budgets, taking into account labour, ingredients, and equipment costs to ensure cost-efficiency without compromising quality. • Design and update menus that reflect seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and profitability goals. • Oversee the recruitment, training, and professional development of kitchen staff to maintain a high-performance team. • Assign daily responsibilities and tasks to kitchen staff ensuring smooth kitchen operations. • Supervise the preparation and final presentation of all dishes to ensure they meet brand and quality standards. • Apply and teach advanced culinary techniques to support a high-quality, innovative menu offering. • Inspect ingredients and completed dishes regularly to ensure they meet strict quality and consistency standards. • Enforce rigorous adherence to health, hygiene, and food safety regulations in all kitchen processes. Qualifications / Attributes • Must hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or higher, or at least 3 years of relevant work experience in lieu of the qualification. • Strong understanding of kitchen budgeting, cost control, and inventory management. • Advanced culinary training and hands-on experience in a variety of cooking techniques. • Exceptional leadership, communication, and team management skills. • Thorough knowledge of food safety and occupational health regulations. • Creativity and passion for seasonal, quality-driven cuisine. Salary Range $75,000 – $90,000 per annum excluding superannuation.