Executive Chef - Modern Australian Restaurant

About the role

An established Executive Chef or accomplished Head Chef from a premium Modern Australian background or restaurant is sought to take ownership of food direction across a premium dining brand in Sydney. The role combines menu development, hands-on kitchen leadership, commercial oversight and team coaching, with a package around $180k.

Key responsibilities

• Lead menu development, recipe testing and implementation across the restaurants
• Maintain high standards in produce, preparation, presentation and consistency
• Coach and mentor Head Chefs and kitchen leaders in a calm, supportive way
• Manage food costs, menu profitability, portion control and wastage
• Work with procurement and suppliers to source quality ingredients and support national consistency
• Develop practical recipes, training resources and kitchen procedures
• Partner with operations and support teams on menu launches and ongoing improvements

Required profile

• Strong Head Chef or Executive Chef experience in premium dining, ideally with a steakhouse, meat or grill focus
• Proven menu development skills and a thorough understanding of food costing and kitchen financials
• Track record of developing chefs and building confident teams
• Calm leadership style, clear communication and attention to detail
• Ability to move between creative planning and hands-on restaurant support
• Relevant culinary qualifications and strong food safety knowledge

What we offer

• Package of approximately $160,000 plus superannuation and incentive opportunities
• 38-hour week, mainly Monday to Friday, with flexibility for events and operational needs
• Leadership development programs and strong staff tenure
• Creative freedom and autonomy to drive the brand forward