Senior Chef

About Us

Montauk Tavern is looking for a Senior Chef to work alongside our Head Chef in a fast paced, well structured Tavern kitchen where quality, consistency, and culture matter just as much as the food.

This is a long term opportunity for someone who wants stability, balance, and a team they’re proud to be part of.

About the Role

You’ll play a key role in the day to day running of the kitchen, helping deliver reliable, high quality pub food while supporting a positive, calm service environment.

You’ll work closely with the Head Chef across:

• Service execution and prep systems

• Training and mentoring junior chefs

• Stock control, ordering, and kitchen procedures

• Maintaining standards during busy trade without burnout

Our Chef position will also require confidence and commitment to quality and consistent dishes with the ability to work within in good tight team that offers support and acknowledge for a job well done.

We’re On the Lookout For

• Loves cooking — honest food, done well

• Has Sous Chef or Senior CDP experience in a busy pub or kitchen

• Leads calmly, communicates clearly, and supports their team

• Is organised, reliable, and hands-on during service

• Takes pride in consistency, portion control, and presentation

• Values teamwork, respect, and a good workplace culture. Proven experience as a Chef or Sous Chef in a commercial kitchen

• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including evenings and weekends

Why Join Us?

• A real focus on work–life balance — structured rosters and realistic expectations

• A stable, supportive team with low turnover

• Career development within an expanding hospitality group

• A workplace where people are valued and stay for the long haul. Supportive management and a positive, inclusive team culture

• If you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now via SEEK with your resume and a short cover letter, or email us at
📧 ••••@montauktavern.com.au