Chef - Head

Frontline Recruitment Group · Mackay QLD 4740 · Full time
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Chef - Head

Frontline Recruitment Group
Mackay QLD 4740

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Full time

~$80k - $100k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Lead a high-volume kitchen and ensure exceptional food quality.
  • Manage kitchen performance and mentor the team.
  • Drive menu execution and maintain financial targets.

  • Lead a thriving high-volume kitchen and make a genuine impact on food quality
  • Enjoy a competitive salary package and strong operational support
  • Take ownership of a diverse food offering spanning casual dining and functions

About the Company:
Our client is a well-established hospitality business operating a large, fast-paced venue with a strong focus on food, guest experience, and team culture. With a commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement, they offer a supportive environment where leaders are empowered to make an impact and drive results.

About the Role:
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Head Chef to take ownership of a busy food operation encompassing à la carte dining, functions, events, and day-to-day service. This hands-on leadership role will see you managing kitchen performance, mentoring your team, maintaining exceptional food standards, and ensuring financial targets are achieved.
Working closely with venue leadership, you will play a key role in menu execution, team development, cost control, and creating a positive kitchen culture that delivers outstanding guest experiences.

Your Skills and Experience:
• Proven experience as a Head Chef within a high-volume hospitality venue
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop kitchen teams
• Excellent understanding of food cost management, labour control, and budgeting
• Sound knowledge of food safety, compliance, and workplace health standards
• Highly organised with the ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Your Benefits and Rewards:
• Attractive salary package with long-term career stability
• Opportunity to lead an established and busy kitchen operation
• Supportive management team and collaborative workplace culture
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Autonomy to make your mark and influence kitchen performance and standards
 

Consultant

igorton@frontlinehospitality.com.au

Reference number: 1148277
Profession:Hospitality & TourismChefs/Cooks

Company: Frontline Recruitment
Date posted: 1st Oct, 2026

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Skills

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BudgettingFast-paced environment adaptabilityFood cost managementFood safetyLeadershipMentoringMenu developmentOperational excellenceTeam managementWorkplace health standards

Perks & benefits

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Attractive salary packageCollaborative workplace cultureOngoing professional development

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