Join the Food Revolution at Garden of Goodness
At Garden of Goodness, we are reimagining what ready-made meals can be.
We create in season gourmet meals, that are certified organic meals—completely free from additives, preservatives, refined sugar, refined oils, gluten, and dairy—using wholefoods as close to nature as possible.
Our mission is to empower Australians to live healthier, more sustainable lives through organic, plant-based, wholefood nutrition—completely free from gluten, dairy, oils, sugar, preservatives, and additives.
We're expanding and looking for an experienced, values-aligned Head Chef to lead our production kitchen. This role is critical to maintaining our high standards of quality, food safety, and consistency as we grow. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role where your passion for real food, people, and planet makes a direct impact every day.
About the Role
Reporting to the General Manager and Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, production flow, and team leadership in a fast-paced, health-focused environment.
This is not your typical hospitality role—there are no nights or weekends, and you'll be working with purpose, precision, and premium-quality ingredients.
Join the Food Revolution at Garden of Goodness
At Garden of Goodness, we are reimagining what ready-made meals can be.
We create in season gourmet meals, that are certified organic meals—completely free from additives, preservatives, refined sugar, refined oils, gluten, and dairy—using wholefoods as close to nature as possible.
Our mission is to empower Australians to live healthier, more sustainable lives through organic, plant-based, wholefood nutrition—completely free from gluten, dairy, oils, sugar, preservatives, and additives.
We're expanding and looking for an experienced, values-aligned Head Chef to lead our production kitchen. This role is critical to maintaining our high standards of quality, food safety, and consistency as we grow. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role where your passion for real food, people, and planet makes a direct impact every day.
About the Role
Reporting to the General Manager and Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, production flow, and team leadership in a fast-paced, health-focused environment.
This is not your typical hospitality role—there are no nights or weekends, and you'll be working with purpose, precision, and premium-quality ingredients.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee large-scale batch cooking, meal preparation, and production execution using equipment such as brat pans, combi ovens, and commercial-grade machinery
* Lead, mentor, and manage a team of chefs, sous chefs, and production staff
* Ensure precise recipe execution, consistency, and yield accuracy using spreadsheets and recipe management software
* Champion food safety and support the rollout and maintenance of HACCP compliance across the kitchen
* Manage inventory control, stock rotation, and production planning to minimise waste and maximise freshness
* Uphold our kitchen's high standards of cleanliness, allergen control, and sanitation
* Manage kitchen certifications including, but not limited to; certified organic
About You
You're more than a skilled chef—you're a strong leader with a deep commitment to food integrity, team development, and sustainability.
What You Bring:
* Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior leader in a high-volume production or commercial kitchen
* Comfortable with batch cooking and complex recipe execution at scale
* Strong understanding of HACCP, WHS, and food safety principles
* Proficiency with recipe scaling, yield management, and basic Excel use
* Exceptional leadership and communication skills to train, support, and inspire your team
* A passion for organic food, plant-based nutrition, and sustainability-driven practices
Why Join Garden of Goodness?
* Work with purpose: contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future
* Cook with integrity: use only certified organic, wholefood ingredients
* Enjoy real work-life balance: Monday–Thursday schedule with no nights or weekends
* Be part of a positive, mission-led team culture
* Competitive salary package and growth potential within a values-based company
Ready to Lead the Change?
If you're an experienced Head Chef who's passionate about real food, leading people, and making a meaningful difference, we want to hear from you.
Apply now with your resume and a short cover letter telling us why you're the right fit for Garden of Goodness. Please send a direct email to (emailprotected)
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