Head Chef, Melbourne Airport
Core
Lead a dynamic communal kitchen operation at Melbourne Airport, delivering exceptional food experiences across multiple venues including Little Lygon and The Local Taphouse.
Role type
Senior Head Chef (high-volume airport F&B)
Builds
Fresh, high-quality food offerings across diverse dining concepts for airport travelers
Domain
Airport food and beverage / Hospitality
Required skills
High-volume kitchen operations leadership, menu planning and design, HACCP and food safety compliance, inventory and cost control, team recruitment and development, pasta and pizza preparation expertise
Preferred skills
Diploma of Hospitality, Australian Culinary Federation qualification, commercial acumen for profitability management
Technologies
HACCP systems, P&L reporting tools
Responsibilities
Drive kitchen operations to achieve financial plans and profit margins, oversee menu planning and design, ensure compliance with food safety standards, manage inventory and labor costs, recruit and develop culinary teams, collaborate with venue leaders on execution
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC