About Babylon Sydney
Looking to lead one of Sydney's most exciting Middle Eastern dining destinations? Babylon Sydney is seeking an experienced Head Chef to take the reins of its high‐performing kitchen team.
Located above Pitt Street Mall, Babylon is a vibrant rooftop restaurant and bar inspired by the flavours, hospitality and traditions of the Levant, delivering a premium share‐style dining experience in one of Sydney's most unique venues.
This is a rare opportunity for a Head Chef with a genuine passion for Middle Eastern cuisine, open‐fire cooking and large‐scale restaurant operations.
Working alongside a strong Senior Sous Chef and established kitchen brigade, you will focus on leadership, menu execution, team development and maintaining the exceptional standards that have made Babylon a standout Sydney dining destination.
Babylon's menu celebrates the rich flavours of the Middle East, with many dishes cooked over wood fire and charcoal using a custom‐built Mangal grill and rotisserie system.
What We're Looking For
* Previous experience as a Head Chef in a premium, high‐volume restaurant environment
* Strong knowledge and experience with Middle Eastern, Levantine or Mediterranean cuisine
* Confidence leading large kitchen teams and developing future leaders
* Experience managing food cost, labour cost, stock control and kitchen financials
* Strong understanding of rostering, ordering and kitchen systems
* Passion for woodfire cooking, charcoal grilling and premium produce
* Ability to maintain consistency and quality in a fast‐paced service environment
* Excellent communication and leadership skills
What You'll Be Responsible For
* Leading daily kitchen operations across lunch and dinner services
* Driving food quality, consistency and presentation standards
* Managing labour, wages and food costings to meet budget targets
* Mentoring and developing the wider kitchen team
* Working closely with senior venue leadership on menu development and business performance
* Maintaining compliance across food safety and workplace safety standards
* Continuing to evolve Babylon's renowned Middle Eastern offering
Why Join Babylon?
* Iconic Sydney rooftop venue with a unique culinary identity
* Premium Middle Eastern concept centred on woodfire and charcoal cooking
* Strong existing kitchen structure with senior leadership support
* Opportunity to lead a large, established operation
* Career progression opportunities within a growing hospitality group
* Staff discounts across venues
* Competitive salary package plus $20K KPI bonus opportunities
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