Head Chef

Head Chef

Our client | $100,000 + Super | Full-Time | North-West Melbourne 40 minutes from Melbourne CBD - Sponsorship available if in Victoria

Our client is a prestigious weddings and formal events business located in Melbourne’s north-west, seeking an exceptional Head Chef to work closely with the Executive Chef to lead its culinary operations and deliver outstanding dining experiences across weddings, celebrations and high-end events.

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented chef who understands premium event catering, consistency, presentation and exceptional service.

The Role

As Head Chef, you will help develop the culinary offering across weddings and formal events, ensuring every menu and service reflects the highest standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead, mentor and develop the kitchen team.
• Create seasonal, sophisticated menus for weddings and formal events.
• Deliver consistently high-quality food for large-scale functions.
• Manage kitchen operations, preparation and service.
• Coordinate closely with Executive Chef and event managers team.
• Assist with menu tastings and customised event menus.
• Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene and presentation standards.
• Manage kitchen staffing and performance during events.

About You

We are looking for a chef with:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef, or Senior Sous Chef.
• Strong experience in weddings, events, banquets or premium catering.
• Proven ability to manage high-volume event services.
• Exceptional food presentation and menu-development skills.
• Strong leadership and team-management capabilities.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Strong commercial and food-cost awareness.
• A calm, professional approach under pressure.
• A genuine passion for creating memorable dining experiences.

What We Offer

Salary: $100,000 + superannuation

Position: Full-Time

Location: Melbourne North-West

Industry: Weddings & Formal Events

This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading culinary role within a premium events business and help create exceptional dining experiences for weddings and formal celebrations.

If you are passionate about food, events and delivering outstanding guest experiences, we would love to hear from you.