Head Chef

About Us:

We’re Lovehouse, we love share plates & cocktails, live music & good times. We love providing a warm family style service to our guests and love having a joke with them too! 

We are a tight knit team with big plans for growth. We are seeking an experienced Head Chef to help lead our kitchen and bring their passion to our second Lovehouse.

Position:

We are searching for a passionate and driven Head Chef who loves what they do. 

As our Head Chef, you’ll work side-by-side with our Executive Chef to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen, overseeing daily food preparation, maintaining kitchen standards and leading and developing the team to deliver exceptional dishes. This is a hands-on role that requires a blend of creativity, leadership skills, and a deep passion for food.

Key Responsibilities:

• Kitchen Leadership: Assist in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring all dishes meet our quality standards and are prepared to specification.

• Menu Execution: Collaborate with our Executive Chef to develop, refine, and execute current and new menu items.

• Kitchen Management: Supervise, train, and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring smooth and efficient kitchen operations.

• Quality Control: Ensure consistency of product with attention to detail in both the preparation and plating of dishes.

• Food Costs: Strong grasp of food cost, portion control, wastage, and stock management

• Health & Safety: Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.

• Labour Management: Manage weekly rosters and reduce unproductive labour costs.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef/Head Chef.

• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a high-pressure environment.

• Ability to mentor and inspire the kitchen team.

• Excellent communication skills to interact with both kitchen and front-of-house staff.

• Passion for food.

• Knowledge of health, safety, and food regulations.

• Flexibility and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What We Offer:

• Above award salary

• Opportunities to grow with the business

• A culture that really cares about the team

• Amazing location

If you’re keen to be a part of the team then send your resume to sim••@lovehousedining.com.au and let us know why you would be perfect for the role!