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Head Chef

Head Chef
Colonnades Tavern

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South australia, Australia
Classification symbol Hospitality
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Job posted on May 1, 2026
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Job Description:
At Colonnades Tavern, we have a beautifully renovated bar and bistro area (5th Quarter) along with our always popular gaming room and bottle shop. We are part of a larger, family-owned business with 15 venues here in South Australia which provides great opportunities for staff to learn and progress within their roles.Colonnades has a small, close-knit team who are passionate about creating an unforgettable experience.As Head Chef, you will be responsible for;
  • Presenting consistently high-quality meals
  • Writing and costing menus for a la carte service and functions
  • Supervising, training and directing kitchen team members
  • Working with the FOH team to deliver a great customer experience
  • Maintaining cleanliness of the kitchen and overseeing hygienic food practices
  • Rostering of staff
  • Kitchen stock takes and resolving discrepancies

To be successful in this role, you will need the following skills or experience;
  • Experience in a Head Chef role within a similar venue
  • Excellent track record with training and supervising a small team
  • Understanding of Australian pub fare as well as well-known American favourites
  • Ability to create and follow standard recipes
  • Prepare and present a high standard of food at all times
  • Proven track record in rostering staff to achieve agreed wage costs
  • Ability to work across a 7-day roster

In return, we offer genuine training and development opportunities as well as couselling for all staff and immediate family members through a professional third party provider.If this role sounds like you, please send a current resume, including a few lines about you and why you have applied for this role.Job Type: Full-timePay: $80,000.00 – $86,000.00 per yearBenefits:
  • Professional development assistance
  • Visa sponsorship

Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Noarlunga Centre SA 5168: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:
  • Head Chef: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person
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