Head Chef

About us
Gracie’s Wine Room is a neighbourhood wine bar in the heart of South Yarra, built around great wine, good company and snacks made to share. We’re a small, close-knit team that genuinely enjoys working together, and we’re looking for a Head Chef who’ll fit right in and help take our kitchen to the next level.

The role
As Head Chef, you’ll own the kitchen. You’ll lead the creation of a seasonal menu of wine bar snacks and small plates designed to sit alongside our wine list, and you’ll have real creative input into what goes on the plate. This is a hands-on, full-time role for someone who loves cooking, takes pride in consistency, and wants to build something they can call their own.

What you’ll be doing

• Designing and evolving a seasonal snack and small plates menu that pairs with our wines
• Running a tight, efficient kitchen during busy service
• Leading, training and supporting a small kitchen team
• Managing ordering, stock control, food costs and supplier relationships
• Maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness and compliance
• Working closely with front-of-house to deliver a seamless guest experience

About you

• Previous experience as a Chef, Chef de Cuisine or strong Sous Chef ready to step up
• A genuine go-getter who takes initiative and doesn’t wait to be asked
• Creative with produce, with a feel for food that works with wine
• Calm under pressure and organised behind the scenes
• A team player who values a positive, supportive workplace
• Full Australian working rights

What we offer

• Full-time role  
• Creative freedom to shape the menu
• A friendly, close-knit team where your ideas are heard
• Sociable hours for a wine bar 
• Dining/wine discounts 

How to apply
If this sounds like you, send through your CV and a short note about why you’d be a great fit for Gracie’s. We’d love to hear from you.