Great kitchens are built by great leaders.
At Hastings People, we specialise in connecting experienced culinary professionals with some of Australia's leading hospitality businesses.
Whether you are looking to lead a neighbourhood restaurant, a premium dining destination, a luxury hotel or a high-volume venue, we can help you find a role that aligns with your experience, ambitions and leadership style.
Many of the opportunities we recruit for are confidential, meaning our candidates often gain access to roles that are not advertised elsewhere.
We also work closely with clients to proactively introduce exceptional chefs, even when they are not actively hiring.
Where Our Opportunities Are
Our culinary team recruits across Australia for a broad range of hospitality businesses, including:
Premium and hatted restaurants
Hotels and resorts
High-volume pubs and venues
Boutique hospitality groups
Catering and events businesses
Lifestyle and destination venues
Multi-site hospitality operators
New venue openings
More Than Just Your Next Role
Finding the right opportunity is not just about matching experience to a job description. It is about finding the right culture, leadership team and business where you can thrive.
Our consultants have genuine hospitality backgrounds and understand the realities of leading busy kitchens. We take the time to understand what is important to you, from the type of operation you enjoy to your long-term career goals, before introducing you to opportunities that genuinely suit.
Along the way, we will provide honest advice on the market, salary expectations, interview preparation and career planning.
Looking for Your Next Challenge?
If you are an experienced kitchen leader ready for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Apply for one of our current vacancies or register your interest with Hastings People.
Even if you do not see the right role today, we will keep you in mind for future opportunities with some of Australia's most respected hospitality employers.