Head Chef Yeppoon

The Strand is one of Yeppoon's go-to coastal pubs
- a large, high-volume venue right on the waterfront, known for its relaxed atmosphere, strong local following and busy trade year-round. With a bistro, functions and events, this is a kitchen that delivers consistent, quality pub food at scale.

We're on the hunt for a hands‑on Head Chef to lead the kitchen, drive standards and take full ownership of BOH operations. This role suits a solid leader who thrives in a fast‑paced workplace, knows how to manage costs, and can build and lead a solid, secure team.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the overall running of the kitchen, ensuring smooth service, consistent food quality and a well‑led team. You'll work closely with the Venue Manager and have support from the wider operations team.

What You'll Be Doing

Full ownership of kitchen operations

Lead, train and develop your team

Manage food and labour costs

Drive consistency and service standards

Oversee ordering, stock control and rostering

Ensure food safety and WHS compliance

Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials

What We're Looking For

Previous Head Chef or strong Sous Chef experience

Experience in high-volume pub or bistro kitchens

Robust leadership and team development skills

Solid understanding of food cost, labour and kitchen financials

Hands‑on, organised and calm under pressure

Someone who wants to be part of the local community and venue long‑term

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary + annual bonus of up to $20K, paid quarterly

Accommodation assistance available for the right candidate

Work for a large hospitality group with strong support systems

Opportunities to grow within the company

Staff discounts across 240+ venues in Australia & New Zealand

If you're ready to take ownership of a busy coastal venue and lead a strong kitchen team, we'd love to hear from you.

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