Head Chef (Exmouth)

Lead Our Kitchen in Paradise! Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort is seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team and shape the culinary experience for our guests. As Head Chef, you will take ownership of all kitchen operations, setting the standard for quality, consistency and creativity. You’ll play a hands-on leadership role while managing reporting, compliance and operational oversight to ensure the kitchen runs efficiently and profitably. What You’ll Do As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the overall success of the kitchen, including: -

Leading and managing all aspects of kitchen operations and service
- Delivering menus that reflect seasonal availability, local produce and guest expectations
- Maintaining exceptional standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and food safety
- Managing ordering, stock control, supplier relationships and cost management
- Minimising food wastage and managing budgets in line with business targets
- Preparing and maintaining kitchen reports, including:
- Food cost and wage cost reporting
- Stock usage, wastage and variance reporting
- Compliance, food safety and WHS documentation
- Ensuring accurate record-keeping for audits, inspections and management review
- Recruiting, training and mentoring kitchen staff to build a positive, high-performing team
- Rostering kitchen staff in line with business needs and labour budgets
- Working closely with resort management and front-of-house teams, providing clear communication and regular operational updates
- Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment What We’re Looking For We are looking for a Head Chef who brings leadership, creativity and strong operational discipline, including: -

Proven experience as a Head Chef in a hotel or resort environment
- Robust knowledge of modern cooking techniques, menu development and kitchen operations
- Experience with food cost control, reporting and kitchen administration
- Excellent leadership, organisation and communication skills
- Ability to work calmly under pressure in a fast-paced service environment
- Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene, WHS and compliance requirements
- Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (Certificate III or higher)
- Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and peak resort periods What We Offer
- Accommodation included in package
- A supportive and professional team in a relaxed coastal resort environment
- Opportunities to influence menus, systems and kitchen culture
- Career development within a leading regional resort group
- The opportunity to live and work at the gateway to the Ningaloo Reef, with world-class diving, snorkelling and natural beauty at your doorstep Ready to lead your next culinary adventure? Apply now and become a key part of the passionate team at Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qqull