Head Chef
- Lead day-to-day kitchen operations and manage a high-volume club kitchen.
- Plan menus and oversee food preparation, ordering, stock control, food costs and waste.
- Train and support the kitchen team while maintaining food quality, safety and hygiene standards.
- Take charge of a busy club kitchen and put your stamp on the menu.
- Lead, develop and support a team that takes pride in serving great food.
- Enjoy a hands-on leadership role where your ideas and experience count.
About the Company
Join a busy club in Brisbane's northern suburbs, providing members and guests with a welcoming place to catch up, enjoy a meal and spend time with family and friends.
With a steady flow of customers and a kitchen that plays an important part in the overall club experience, the venue is looking for a Head Chef who understands the demands of high-volume service and enjoys being part of a close-knit team.
The club is looking for someone who takes pride in their food, knows how to bring a team together and can balance quality, consistency and costs without losing sight of what makes a great dining experience.
About the Role
This is an opportunity for an experienced Head Chef to take ownership of the kitchen and oversee its day-to-day operations.
Working closely with the club's management team, you'll be responsible for menu planning, food preparation, kitchen staff, ordering, stock control and food costs. You'll make sure the kitchen is organised, service runs smoothly and every meal leaving the pass meets the standard guests expect.
The role calls for someone who is happy to roll up their sleeves and lead from the front. You'll need to be comfortable managing busy services, supporting your team through the pressure and finding practical ways to improve how the kitchen operates.
You'll also play an important part in creating a positive kitchen culture, training staff and making sure food safety and hygiene standards are consistently maintained.
Your Skills and Experience
- Previous experience as a Head Chef or an experienced Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
- Experience managing a busy club, bistro, pub or other high-volume commercial kitchen.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to train, support and motivate a kitchen team.
- Sound knowledge of menu planning, food costing, stock control, ordering and waste management.
- A hands-on approach, with a strong focus on food quality, consistency, food safety and kitchen organisation.
Your Benefits and Rewards
- The opportunity to lead the kitchen of an established club in Brisbane's northern suburbs.
- The chance to contribute ideas and have a genuine say in menu development.
- A hands-on leadership role where you can build a strong and capable kitchen team.
- A varied working environment with plenty of opportunity to use your experience and initiative.
- The satisfaction of running a well-organised kitchen and serving food that keeps members and guests coming back.
Ready to take the lead?
If you're a passionate chef who enjoys a busy kitchen, takes pride in good food and knows how to get the best out of a team, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.
Apply now to find out more about this Head Chef opportunity in Brisbane's northern suburbs.
Consultant
igorton@frontlinehospitality.com.au
Reference number: 1253056
Profession:Hospitality & TourismChefs/Cooks
Company: Frontline Recruitment
Date posted: 26th Oct, 2026
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