Head Chef – Yarra Valley

Job Type: Permanent
Specialism: Head Chef
Posted: 2 weeks ago

Job Overview

Our client, a renowned luxury winery estate in the Yarra Valley, is seeking an exceptional Head Chef to lead their culinary team and deliver an outstanding dining experience.

About the Role:

As Head Chef, you will oversee the entire food division, crafting innovative menus that showcase the finest local produce while maintaining the estate’s premium and luxury positioning. This is a hands-on leadership role, perfect for a passionate and self-motivated professional eager to drive creativity, efficiency, and profitability in a world-class culinary setting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and inspire a dynamic kitchen team, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Design and implement seasonal menus across multiple dining venues.
  • Ensure seamless integration of food offerings with the guest experience.
  • Manage costs, supplier relationships, and sourcing of premium ingredients.
  • Oversee food quality, hygiene, and compliance with the highest industry standards.
  • Develop and refine recipes, ensuring consistency and excellence.
  • Maintain a focus on profitability while upholding the estate’s prestigious reputation.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef in a premium dining environment.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Creative vision with a passion for innovation and fine dining.
  • Financial acumen to manage budgets, margins, and cost controls.
  • Commitment to excellence in both food and service delivery.
  • Formal culinary qualifications (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).

Why Join Our Client?

  • Work with one of the Yarra Valley’s most prestigious estates.
  • Lead a talented team in a state-of-the-art kitchen.
  • Opportunity to shape an iconic dining experience.
  • Competitive salary and benefits.

If you are a highly skilled and visionary Head Chef ready to take on this incredible opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!

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