Head Chef — Premium Coastal Venue

HEAD CHEF | NEW PREMIUM CASUAL DINING CONCEPT

$110,000 – $120,000 + Super

An opportunity to build something exceptional.

Seeking a Head Chef to lead the launch and long-term success of a new premium casual dining concept currently in development.

This is a rare opportunity to work alongside ownership to create a destination restaurant built around seafood, charcoal cooking, Mediterranean influences and genuine hospitality.

This is not a maintenance role.

We are looking for a chef who wants to build a team, shape a menu, influence culture and help create one of Melbourne's most exciting dining experiences.

THE ROLE

Working closely with ownership and senior leadership, you will be responsible for:

• Menu development and seasonal planning
• Kitchen recruitment and team development
• Food cost and labour management
• Supplier relationships
• Systems, standards and training
• Operational leadership
• Launch planning and execution

THE CONCEPT

A premium coastal-inspired dining venue centred around:

• Seafood and seasonal produce
• Charcoal cooking
• Mediterranean and European influences
• Shared dining
• Premium casual hospitality

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a commercially minded chef who understands both hospitality and business.

You will have significant input into:

• Menu direction
• Kitchen structure
• Team culture
• Operational systems
• Supplier partnerships

ABOUT YOU

You may currently be:

• An experienced Head Chef looking for a new challenge
• A Senior Sous Chef ready to step into your first Head Chef role
• A leader who enjoys building teams and mentoring people

You will ideally have experience in:

• Premium casual dining
• Seafood-focused venues
• High-volume restaurants
• Mediterranean or European cuisine
• Charcoal or live-fire cooking

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Building a strong and positive kitchen culture
• Delivering consistent food quality
• Achieving food cost and labour targets
• Developing a loyal team
• Creating a venue guests return to repeatedly

WHAT WE OFFER

• Genuine creative input
• Strong operational support
• Industry-leading systems and technology
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Competitive salary package and incentives
• Opportunity to be part of a major venue project

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.