Head Chef

Frontline Recruitment Group · Adelaide SA 5000 · Full time
Posted 13d ago

Head Chef

Frontline Recruitment Group
Adelaide SA 5000

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Full time

~$80k - $100k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Take ownership of a well-established hotel kitchen
  • Showcase your creativity with seasonal, quality-driven menus
  • Join a supportive business with long-term career opportunities

  • Take ownership of a well-established hotel kitchen
  • Showcase your creativity with seasonal, quality-driven menus
  • Join a supportive business with long-term career opportunities

About the Company
 
Our client is a well-established hospitality venue in the beautiful Adelaide Hills, known for its welcoming atmosphere, quality food, and strong connection to the local community.
With a loyal customer base and a focus on delivering memorable dining experiences, this venue offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to take ownership of the kitchen and make a genuine impact.
About the Role
 
We are seeking a passionate, experienced Head Chef to lead kitchen operations at this popular hospitality venue.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on leader who enjoys creating quality pub-style cuisine, developing menus and building a positive, high-performing kitchen culture.
You will oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, from menu planning and food quality to labour management, food costing, stock control, and team development.
The successful candidate will have the autonomy to contribute fresh ideas while ensuring the kitchen delivers consistent quality, efficient service and strong commercial results.
Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Sous Chef ready to take the next step
  • Experience working within busy pubs, hotels or high-volume restaurants
  • Strong understanding of food costing, labour management and kitchen profitability
  • Ability to develop seasonal menus while maintaining consistency and quality
  • Excellent leadership skills with a passion for training and developing kitchen teams

Benefits & Culture

  • Opportunity to take ownership of an established kitchen operation
  • Creative input into menu development and seasonal specials
  • Supportive management team that values collaboration and fresh ideas
  • Work in a beautiful Adelaide Hills location
  • Opportunity to build and develop your own kitchen team
  • Long-term stability within an established hospitality business

Consultant

lchristmas@frontlinehospitality.com.au

Reference number: 1256999
Profession:Hospitality & TourismChefs/Cooks

Company: Frontline Recruitment
Date posted: 11th Oct, 2026

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Skills

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Creativity in cuisineCustomer serviceFood costingFood preparationHigh-volume cookingKitchen managementLabour managementMenu developmentMenu planningQuality controlStock controlTeam leadership

Perks & benefits

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Creative input into menu development and seasonal specialsOpportunity to take ownership of an established kitchen operationSupportive management team that values collaboration and fresh ideas

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