Connecting...

Banner Default Image

Head Chef, Premium Wine Bar, Great Work/ Life Balance

Back to All Jobs
Job Title: Head Chef, Premium Wine Bar, Great Work/ Life Balance
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Victoria
Expertise: Culinary Recruitment
Salary: Generous salary based on suitable candidate
Reference: 1350297
Job Published: 16 Jun 2025
Closing Date: 15 Jul 2025

Job Description

As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for developing, costing and delivering seasonal, conceptual menus whilst creating a positive, nurturing environment in which individuals and the broader team can thrive. Furthermore, you will be responsible for driving profitability, while continuously improving product in line with the upmarket brand, and relevant safety standards. This role reports into the Group Head Chef and will have you working alongside some of the industry's most recognisable names.

You will work in a highly collaborative way, engaging with your immediate team and the Group Head Chef when creating menus, evolving processes and shaping culinary direction whilst leading your immediate team.

Candidate Profile 

To be considered for this role you will have:
  
  • Experience as a Senior Chef in an award-winning environment in Australia or internationally
  • Exceptional management skills and the ability to lead, coach and mentor a high performing team
  • A hands-on approach and the ability to strategically plan seasonal menu changes
  • High-level communication with colleagues, suppliers and customers 
  • A positive and consultative approach to your peers
  • The ability to review operational performance and make improvements where necessary
  • Complete understanding of regulatory compliance across food
  • Full Australian working rights
Offer 

This role is offering a competitive package comprised of a generous base salary plus super, along with the prospect of overseeing future venue acquisitions. 

To learn more about this role, submit your application or contact Richie Baggaley via Richard@hastingspeople.com.au 

By applying to this role, you are agreeing to the terms set out in Hastings People's privacy policy available at  
https://www.hastingspeople.com.au/privacy-policy