Head Chef

Full-Time | Premium Café inside Australia’s most imaginative play space

About Us
IMAGINATIONATION is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the café at our brand-new, premium children’s entertainment and play centre at Chadstone Shopping Centre.

Our café will deliver to the highest quality — featuring house-baked focaccia sandwiches, a combo of Roman/ Detroit-style square tray pizzas made, fresh açaí bowls, smoothies, and baked treats crafted with care and creativity.

About the Role
This is a hands-on leadership position ideal for a chef who loves simple, high-quality food and wants to help shape a brand-new venue from the ground up. You’ll oversee all aspects of kitchen operations — from prep and service flow to food safety and team development — ensuring every dish is consistent, beautiful, and delicious.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and maintain high culinary standards.

• Bake exceptional focaccia and Roman/Detroit-style pizzas using fermented doughs.

• Manage ordering, prep schedules, and supplier relationships.

• Uphold allergen-free and food safety compliance (IMAGINATIONATION is a nut-free venue).

• Train, motivate, and support kitchen staff.

• Collaborate on menu innovation and seasonal updates.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous in a quality café or casual-premium venue.

• Strong bread, dough, and pizza-making skills.

• Organised, calm, and detail-oriented — thrives in a structured environment.

• A genuine passion for great ingredients and approachable, beautiful food.

• Understanding of allergen management and food safety practices.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Be part of something new and exciting — the first IMAGINATIONATION in Australia.

• Work in a stunning, purpose-built venue with premium equipment 

• Supportive, creative environment with room to grow as the brand expands

• Competitive salary