Executive Chef (Queensland)

Overview My client runs a hospitality venue offering casual dining, drinks, and event spaces in a scenic outdoor setting. The venue focuses on high‐quality meals made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, ranging from light bites to full‐service catering for private and corporate functions, plus a relaxed café‐style offering. Responsibilities Lead kitchen operations, ensuring seamless day‐to‐day performance and consistently high standards. Design and execute seasonal, innovative menus aligned with the brand. Maintain exceptional food quality, presentation, and consistency. Manage food costs, ordering, stock control, and supplier relationships. Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. Collaborate with management on events, specials, and business growth initiatives. Qualifications Extensive executive chef experience with menu creation in a riverside or similar venue. Strong leadership and team‐building skills; ability to mentor and develop staff. Proficiency in modern Australian cuisine and creative flair. Knowledge of food cost control and supplier management. Commitment to food safety and hygiene. Advantages Competitive salary up to $120K + Super. Group discounts and staff meals. Flexible roster with consecutive days off; no split shifts. Autonomous role with creative freedom and leadership opportunities. Long‐term leadership role in a growing business model. Working Conditions Modern kitchen and facilities. Excellent work‐life balance. Autonomous role. #J-*****-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3ql22s