Overview
Head Chef - The Saint Hotel (New Venue Opening)
Full-time
About the Opportunity
This is a rare chance to step into a senior culinary leadership role at one of Melbourne's most exciting soon to be opened hospitality venues. This role plays a key part in refining standards, leading the team and continuing to shape the culinary direction of The Saint Hotel. Working closely with our senior leadership team, you'll play a pivotal role in driving quality, consistency and performance across all kitchen operations. You'll be instrumental in curating cutting-edge and compelling menus that reflect the venue's vision while responding to seasonal produce and evolving guest expectations. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to build and mentor a high-performing kitchen team from the ground up, creating a strong foundation for long-term success. You'll bring strong leadership, creativity and operational expertise, fostering a high-performance kitchen culture built on respect, accountability and excellence.
What You'll Do
* Lead and oversee day-to-day kitchen operations
* Deliver consistent, high-quality food across all services
* Refine and execute menus in line with the venue's direction
* Train, mentor and manage kitchen team performance
* Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene and Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards
* Manage stock control, ordering, wastage and food costs
* Oversee prep planning, service flow and kitchen organisation
* Build a positive, motivated and professional kitchen culture
About You
* You're an experienced, hands-on kitchen leader who leads by example. You take pride in both people development and operational excellence.
* 5+ years' experience in professional commercial kitchens
* Proven experience as a Head Chef
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* A calm, structured approach under pressure
* A sound understanding of Australian food safety and WHS requirements
* Availability across nights, weekends and rotating rosters
Why Join Us
* Shape one of Melbourne's most well-supported venues in an exciting growth phase
* Be part of a passionate, ambitious and supportive kitchen team
* Work in a beautifully designed, multilevel venue
* Genuine career progression within an expanding hospitality group
* Ongoing training, development and staff benefits
* A collaborative, inclusive and high-performance culture
Join Us
Join us on this exciting journey and help deliver a culinary experience Melbourne won't forget.
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