About the pub
We're not \"just another pub\"
The pub in the Yara Ranges is a place where people feel a genuine sense of belonging - locals, families, tradies, weekenders. A place that's warm, consistent, and done properly.
The food matters here. Not overcomplicated - just really well executed, every time. No short cut. No coasting. No \"that'll do\" .
The role
We're looking a Chef who wants more than just a job.
Someone who takes ownership. Who cares about standards. Who wants to build a kitchen they're proud to run - not just get through service.
You will lead the kitchen day-to-day and help shape how it operates from the ground up. This is hands-on, fast-paced, and real - but done with structure, not chaos.
What you will be responsible for
* Running a calm, organised, and consistent kitchen
* Delivering quality meals every service - no drop in standards
* Building a menu that fits the pub and the people in it
* Owning food costs, stock, and supplier relationships
* Leading your team properly - clear expectations, no mixed messages
* Keeping food safety tight and non-negotiable
* Working in sync with front of house so the whole venue runs as one
* Helping build systems that make the kitchen sustainable long-term
What matters here
* You have been a Sous Chef or a strong Senior CDP ready to step up
* You lead by example - not ego
* You take pride in consistency, not creativity
* You understand the numbers and respect them
* You can run a busy service without losing control of the room
* You back your team, and you hold the line when needed
* You will be part of the leadership team
This role will suit you if:
* You care about doing things properly - even when no one's watching
* You want to build something, not walk into something
* You're steady under pressure and don't bring chaos with you
* You get satisfaction from a kitchen that just works
It won't suit you if:
* You cut corners or chase shortcuts
* You rely on ego instead of leadership
* You thrive in disorganisation or blame others when things go wrong
What you will get
* Competitive Salary
* Real ownership of your kitchen
* A direct line to the person building the business (no layers, no noise)
* A supportive, no-ego environment
* The chance to help shape a pub people genuinely love
* Work-life balance that's actually respected
How to apply
If this sounds like your kind of kitchen, we would love to hear from you
Send through your resume and a short note on how you run a kitchen and what standard matters to you.