Head Chef – Curly's Café, Mount Coolum
Lead Our Kitchen. Shape Our Future.
Curly's Café is looking for an experienced and passionate Head Chef / Cook to lead our kitchen team in beautiful Mount Coolum on the Sunshine Coast.
We're a well-established local café known for great coffee, fresh food, and genuine hospitality. As we continue to evolve, we're seeking a hands-on leader who can bring creativity, consistency, and strong operational skills to our kitchen.
About the Role
As Head Chef, you'll be responsible for:
- Leading and mentoring the kitchen team
- Managing daily kitchen operations
- Menu development and seasonal specials
- Food costing and maintaining GP targets
- Stock ordering and supplier management
- Ensuring food safety and compliance standards are met
- Driving consistency, quality, and efficiency across all services
- Managing labour costs and kitchen rostering
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
- Thrives in a fast-paced café environment
- Has strong leadership and communication skills
- Understands food costing, stock control, and labour management
- Is passionate about quality food and customer experience
- Brings a positive attitude and leads by example
- Holds relevant food safety qualifications
What We Offer
- Management training - career developmement
- Competitive salary package based on experience
- Daytime café hours – no late nights
- Creative input into menus and specials
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact on the business
- Supportive ownership team
- Beautiful beachside location in Mount Coolum
If you're a chef who loves creating great food, developing teams, and being part of a thriving local business, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, send your resume and a brief introduction outlining your experience and why you'd be a great fit for Curly's Café.
[email protected]
Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free food
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
