Head Chef Shellharbour

We are hiring a Head Chef to lead one of our flagship Italian venues in Shellharbour. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a well-established kitchen within a growing restaurant group known for quality, consistency, and strong team culture.

About the Role
You will be responsible for the full kitchen operation, leading a team, driving food quality, and maintaining strong cost control. This role suits a chef who enjoys both creativity and structure, and who can deliver consistently in a high-volume environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading, training, and developing the kitchen team
• Managing service to ensure quality and consistency
• Menu input and seasonal updates aligned with our Italian concept
• Stock control, ordering, and supplier management
• Managing food cost, wage targets, and kitchen KPIs
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and WHS standards

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
• Experience in high-volume, fast-paced kitchens
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Solid understanding of food cost control and kitchen systems
• Passion for Italian cuisine (traditional or modern)
• Reliable, organised, and hands-on

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + performance incentives
• Stable, long-term role within a growing hospitality group
• Support from experienced owners and operational systems
• Opportunity to contribute to menu development and business growth
• A structured environment with clear expectations and support

About Us
We are a multi-venue hospitality group focused on delivering high-quality Italian dining experiences. We invest in our people, systems, and growth, and we’re looking for a Head Chef who wants to grow with us.

Location: Shellharbour NSW

Pay: $80,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free drinks
• Free food

Work Location: In person