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Head chef, cooks, apprentices

Hervey Bay
The Hungry Pelican
Head Chef
Posted: 13 December
Offer description

Located just metres from the Hervey Bay foreshore, The Hungry Pelican is a fun, wholesome, and trendy café known for great food, great coffee, and genuine coastal vibes.

We're a community‑focused venue that genuinely cares for its people. At The Hungry Pelican, we treat our customers and our team like family. Our work culture is completely different from most venues — built on respect, support, and teamwork.

As a small business, the owners are hands‑on and take pride in creating a safe, positive environment where both staff and customers feel valued, heard, and appreciated. We're not just building a workplace; we're building a community.


Head Chef – Full Time

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a creative, hands‑on environment, loves café‑style food, and is passionate about consistency, quality, and genuine leadership.


What We're Looking For:

* Minimum 4–5 years of experience in a similar leadership role
* Strong knowledge of café‑style breakfast and lunch dishes
* Ability to lead, mentor, and support a small kitchen team
* Menu development skills with a passion for creativity and seasonal ingredients
* Excellent organisation and time‑management skills
* Strong communication and a calm, positive attitude under pressure
* Ability to maintain excellent food safety, cleanliness, and consistency standards
* A hands‑on leader who leads by example


What the Role Involves:

* Overseeing day‑to‑day kitchen operations
* Training, guiding, and supporting kitchen team members
* Ensuring consistent quality, flavour, and presentation of all dishes
* Contributing to new menu ideas, specials, and ongoing improvements
* Managing prep systems, stock levels, and ordering
* Upholding a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment
* Working closely with owners/management to help drive the café forward


What We Offer:

* Supportive owners and a positive workplace culture
* Creative freedom in menu development
* Opportunity to grow with a fast‑expanding café
* Consistent hours and long‑term stability
* A workplace where your ideas and leadership truly matter


How to Apply

Apply here on Seek,
or send your résumé to *****@thehungrypelican.com.au,
or drop it off in person at:
The Hungry Pelican – Shop 1, 267A Esplanade, Pialba QLD.

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