Head Chef

Goldy’s is a large and thriving venue that strives for excellence in food, drink and service, while still having a casual and homely setting. We are both a local and a destination venue, inspired by ‘country pub comes to Melbourne’. Running for just 3 years, we have earned Australian 2022 Pub Of The Year Award and quickly established ourselves as a unique and iconic pub of Melbourne’s inner north.

About this role:

Here at Goldy’s!, the staff are at the core of making everyone’s experience so special. We are looking for a motivated, focused and experienced Head Chef with their finger on the pulse to join and lead our well established team. A driven and passionate individual keen to execute seasonal menus in line with the venue concept, and lead the kitchen team in alignment with Goldy’s vision, mission and values. 

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with inducting, training and developing the kitchen team
• Develop and execute high quality, creative, seasonal menus in line with the venue brief
• Actively contribute to new and innovative ways to improve all aspects of the department
• Work alongside and supervise all kitchen team members ensuring excellence and consistency in the products delivered
• Set and monitor performance standards for staff 
• Manage the stock control, COGS & labour targets 
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and drive negotiations in order to maximise profits
• Ensure all daily and weekly systems and procedures are followed
• Excellent management of inventory software (Marketman)
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and food standards

Required skill set:

• Significant experience in a similar Head Chef role
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimised kitchen processes
• Experience in driving, motivating and developing a team
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Excellent computer skills 
• Strong organisational planning and time management
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and public holidays
• Have all relevant industry certificates
• Have a positive and inclusive attitude