The Skinny Dog Hotel is a true local favourite — a lively, personality-packed pub known for its bold character, laid-back energy and consistently busy trade.
With a buzzing bar, loyal regulars and a food offering that needs to hit the mark every service, we're looking for a Head Chef who understands what makes a great pub kitchen tick.
This is a hands-on leadership role in a venue where food matters.
You'll take ownership of a menu built around quality pub classics done properly, servicing a steady flow of locals, sports fans and groups looking for an easy, reliable dining experience.
The role: Lead a fast-paced pub kitchen with confidence and consistency Deliver well-executed, crowd-pleasing pub food that suits the Skinny Dog vibe Own all kitchen operations including GP, stock, ordering and rosters Train, mentor and retain a tight, motivated kitchen team Maintain high standards across food safety, cleanliness and prep Work closely with venue management to keep service smooth and profitable About you: Proven Head Chef experience in a busy pub or high-volume venue Strong understanding of pub classics, prep systems and service flow Calm, organised leadership style — firm, fair and hands-on Commercially minded with a focus on consistency and efficiency Someone who takes pride in running a kitchen that just works Why Choose Us?
Competitive salary + annual bonus of up to $20K paid quarterly Staff discounts across 240+ venues in Australia NZ Career progression in a growing, dynamic company Support from central teams including Marketing, Recruitment, IT more Learning development opportunities to enhance your skills How to Apply?
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