The CompanyStep into the heart of Wide Bay's dining and entertainment scene - where good food, great company, and laid-back coastal vibes come together. This welcoming, family-owned spot is all about creating feel-good moments, whether you're here for a casual meal, sunset drinks, or live music with friends. With a menu full of fresh, flavour-packed dishes and friendly service that makes everyone feel at home, it's the kind of place you'll want to keep coming back to. From relaxed dinners to lively nights out, there's always something happening and everyone's invited.The RoleThe Head Chef will be in charge of all operations of this fresh, modern, and vibrant kitchen, which is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. The ideal candidate will collaborate with the owners, inspire others, and manage the Kitchen along with the following:
In charge of menu design, seasonal menu changes & weekly specials
Oversee all facets of Kitchen operations, policies, procedures, and food safety
Build client relationships to maximize ordering with local suppliers
Be a leader, manage and teach those in your team by leading by example
Be the face of the kitchen who will work with FOH to achieve KPIs and high service standards
Skills and ExperienceThe successful candidate will be required to have but not limited to the following attributes:
Relevant Qualifications in kitchen operations and food safety
5 + Years of proven experience in managing high volume, hands on kitchen work
Great time management, calm under pressure, acts with integrity, honesty, and empathy
Proven experience in leading and managing a team full with diversity
Creative, passionate, inspiring, with a collaborative mind-set presenting high quality meals
Solid in administration - purchasing and stocktaking experience, managing budgets, COGS and able to use 'Cooking the Books'
Benefits and Culture
Competitive salary of up to $100k + Super
Lunch and Dinner service only - Diverse team and great culture
Breathtaking location, quiet, and friendly community
Join and be a part of a business with a proud history dedicated to great hospitality
Clear business plan and development with renovations over the next 3 to 5 years
Join a family run business with future plans to expand their offering to the local community. Due to the nature of the business, we are taking all applications and hope to have someone join the team as soon as possible.To apply online, please click on the apply button.Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Michael Redhead on mredhead@frontlinehospitality.com.auSeeking a job change?When you fill out a confidential profile with Frontline Hospitality it goes to our team of experienced recruiters who will work with you to find your dream role.Our unique system of recruitment means the whole team will be trying to find you the right job. Whether it is now or in the near future we will continue to match positions to suit your needs until we find you the perfect job!Or just looking around?We highly recommend that you call us even if you are not officially in the job market. Once we understand what you are looking for we keep you in the know, because no one knows Hospitality like us.Also, the majority of positions we fill are done so without advertising! Existing Frontline Hospitality registered candidates often get the first look at new opportunities.Did you know?Frontline Hospitality has offices across Australia and not all of our roles are advertised on external job boards, so head to our website to view all of our available positions and apply for any roles of interest.www.frontlinehospitality.com.au
