Head Chef - Thornbury Institution

Be part of a passionate team in a Head Chef role, crafting beautiful hand made fresh pasta and traditional food in a hospitality institution in Thornbury. 

Alongside an experienced executive team, your key responsibilities will be to run the day to day operations of the restaurant kitchen which services the following venue elements -

• A la carte restaurant and pasta bar, Umberto Espresso Bar (lunch & dinner, 5 days)
• Private Dining Room and Functions
• Summer only rooftop venue, Gigi Rooftop
• Small batch, restaurant quality take home meal offering, Sandro a Casa

The successful candidate will possess the following -

• minimum 3 to 5 years experience as a Head Chef
• be passionate about multi regional Italian cooking
• an eye for detail, quality and consistency
• strong staff management skills to uphold our industry leading Employee Journey
• proficiency and willingness to use technology
• deliver business profits through strong labour and COGS management
• willingness to get their hands dirty - this is both a hands on and administrative role - guaranteed 40 hour week maximum with no Sundays

You will collaborate closely with stakeholders to continue to offer a homely and delicious menu as well as drive several special dinners and events each year, possible pop ups and functions menus, constantly working within the seasons.

An experienced and capable Head Chef will understand the unique and exciting opportunity this is.  We punch well above our weight in terms of output, professionalism and organisation.  With high expectations, we carry ourselves in a professional and positive manner.  Help us take the UmbertoGroup to the next level.

The Head Chef position is full time and offers a generous package and benefits for the right candidate with the right experience.  Looking to commence immediately, coming into an experienced team with our existing head chef handing over.