Head Chef - Acton
Core
Lead a high-volume kitchen operation serving a diverse education and community environment, managing menu development, procurement, and daily service.
Role type
Head Chef (Institutional Catering)
Builds
Rotating menus, large-scale institutional catering, college functions, and community dinners.
Domain
Education & Community Services / Contract Catering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (Food Production)
Required skills
Commercial Cookery Trade Qualification, HACCP knowledge, Food Safety Standards compliance, WHS compliance, Menu planning, Bulk cooking, Team leadership, Resource management
Preferred skills
Experience in high-volume catering, RSA certification, WWVP check
Technologies
Cater Care platform
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor kitchen staff (sous chefs, commis, hands), develop four-week rotating menus, manage procurement and production forecasting, ensure food quality and service standards, maintain compliance with food safety and hygiene policies.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC