Posted 21d ago

Head Chef

TAPSAUSTRALIA Pty Ltd Mooloolaba QLD 4557

Permanent Full time
Base pay
$80,515

Key points we found

  • Lead the kitchen team as Head Chef.
  • Create and present decorative food displays.
  • Manage kitchen operations including staff recruitment and supply ordering.

Taps Australia is currently seeking a full-time Head Chef to lead their kitchen team and would welcome anyone with appropriate skills and experience who is willing to commit to a long-term appointment.

To be successful, you will need to possess a relevant qualification and at least 2 years’ experience working in small commercial kitchen. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to put their own stamp on things and has the ability to do so!

Specific duties will include:

  1. Determine how food should be presented, and create decorative food displays
  2. Determine production schedules and staff requirements necessary to ensure timely delivery of services
  3. Estimate amounts and costs of required supplies, such as food and ingredients
  4. Inspect supplies, equipment, and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards
  5. Instruct cooks and other workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
  6. Monitor sanitation practices to ensure that employees follow standards and regulations
  7. Order or requisition food and other supplies needed to ensure efficient operation
  8. Recruit and hire staff, including cooks and other kitchen workers
  9. Analyse recipes to assign prices to menu items, based on food, labour, and overhead costs
  10. Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs
  11. Meet with customers to discuss menus for special occasions such as weddings, parties, and banquets
  12. Meet with sales representatives and suppliers

Hours: 38 hours per week (including weekend shifts)

Remuneration: $80,515 per annum based on a 38-hour week plus superannuation.

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Skills
Cooking
Cost Estimation
Customer Liaison
Food Display
Food preparation
Food presentation
Garnishing
Kitchen Management
Maintenance
Menu planning
Sanitation Standards
Staff recruitment
Staff supervision
Supply management

More details
Expiring date
28 Jun 2026
Date posted
29 May 2026
Category
Hospo, Tourism & Food Services
Occupation
Food Preparation & Cooking
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Accommodation and Food Services
Sector
Privately held company
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate, Bachelor's degree

TAPSAUSTRALIA Pty Ltd

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