In-Demand Head chef Jobs in Balaclava, Vic

Head Chef/Kitchen Manager
The Forestta —Altona VIC
- $31 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Leadership
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NO FOOD NO GOOD PTY LTD T/A Meat Me Now —Hawthorn VIC
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- In-person
- Kitchen experience
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Multi-Site Head Chef – Indian Fusion
Dessert Corner —Truganina VIC
- $80,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- In-person
- Leadership
- Employee discount
- Free food
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Chabela Restaurant and Bar —Thornbury VIC
- Part-time
- Management
- Cooking
- Team management
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Head Chef
YASSAS - THE GREEK WAY —Mitcham VIC
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- English
- In-person
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AVEO —Princes Hill VIC
- $37.57 an hour
- Overtime
- Kitchen experience
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
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Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

The Forestta -
Altona VIC

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$31 - $35 an hour

Qualifications

Leadership

Full Job Description

We’re looking for an experienced Head Chef with 4–5 years’ hands-on experience in modern Australian and Italian cuisine to lead our kitchen team. You’ll take ownership of daily food production, menu standards, and kitchen operations, while mentoring and managing a small kitchen brigade.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all kitchen operations, including prep, cooking, and service across modern Australian and Italian dishes
Oversee weekend prep completion, stock rotation, and ordering
Enforce strict food safety and hygiene standards across the kitchen team
Manage kitchen rostering and supervise/mentor kitchen staff
Drive menu development and seasonal specials
Own food costing, portion control, and wastage reduction
Work closely with front-of-house to ensure smooth service, especially during peak weekend trade
Report directly to the owner-operator on kitchen performance and staffing

About You

4–5 years’ experience in a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or senior kitchen role in modern Australian or Italian cuisine
Strong knowledge of Italian techniques (fresh pasta, wood-fire/grill, antipasti) alongside modern Australian plating and flavour profiles
Current Food Safety Supervisor certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Proven ability to lead and manage a kitchen team
Full working rights in Australia
Reliable, well-presented, and able to work weekends and public holidays

What We Offer

Pay in line with the Restaurant Industry Award 2020,based on experience and classification level
Leadership role with genuine input into menu and kitchen direction
Supportive, growing venue with a strong local following

Pay: $31.00 – $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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