Head Chef

About the company

Join a well-established and much-loved French-inspired café and bistro with over 25 years of success. With two bustling locations and a range of signature products sold nationally and internationally, this is a family-run business that values quality, innovation, and a warm, community-driven atmosphere.

About the role

We're on the hunt for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen at the 40-50 seat café and bistro in a renowned suburb of Sydney's Inner West. This is a unique opportunity for someone seeking full ownership and autonomy in the kitchen. If you love creating simple, fresh, and innovative dishes with high quality ingredients in the French tradition with a twist, this is the role for you!

Responsibilities

• Design and execute menus that reflect the signature French bistro style with a twist.
• Lead kitchen operations, ensuring efficiency, consistency, and high-quality standards.
• Oversee stock control, food costs, and supplier relationships to maintain profitability.
• Manage and mentor a small team, fostering a positive and professional work environment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health regulations.
• Work closely with the manager, and front-of-house team to deliver a seamless dining experience.

About you

• 3-5 years of experience in a Head Chef or senior kitchen role.

• French or European culinary techniques - no Michelin stars required, just great food!

• Professional attitude with a hands-on approach.

• Organised, clean, and efficient, able to thrive in a small kitchen.

• Business-minded, with an understanding of food and labour costs.

• Long tenure in past roles - this is for someone committed to the industry.

• A team player who values autonomy, trust, and results-driven leadership.

Why Join Us?

• Full autonomy to run the kitchen as your own, with a great development challenge
• Family-run business with a warm, dynamic & supportive work culture
• Consistent roster with work-life balance / 4 day weeks
• Beautiful, affluent locations with a loyal clientele
• A passionate core team of 5 in the kitchen, proud to embody l'art de vivre à la française
  
• Attractive salary of $90K-$100K + super + incentives + tips (affluent clientele + wine upselling)