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!