About the Opportunity

Good Cartel is hiring experienced chefs for immediate start across Chef de Partie / Senior CDP / Sous roles — and we also welcome applications from Head Chef–level operators who are open to stepping into senior roles within an established leadership structure.

We’re building a high-standard, systems-driven food business with a clear growth plan — steadily converting our menu to made-from-scratch across all departments.

This kitchen runs multiple work modes under one roof: fast, accurate service; large-batch prep and recipe production; and collaboration with our pastry/bakery and gelato teams. Depending on strengths, chefs may work primarily in one stream or operate across both.

We’re looking for long-term team members who want to grow with the business and contribute to a strong professional culture. We prefer candidates with a long time horizon, however we will consider 12-month appointments for highly skilled chefs where the fit is right.

You’ll be supported by an off-site Executive Chef and work alongside our current on-site Head Chef — this is about strengthening depth and raising standards, not a replacement hire. As the business expands, there is scope for increased responsibility and leadership progression after a proving period for the right people.

The Work (service + production — roles shaped to strengths)

Service Leadership

• Run a section or lead shifts with speed, accuracy and strong standards
• Drive mise en place, service execution and pass/expediting
• Train and lift the team through calm, clear direction
• Maintain organisation, cleanliness, and tight handovers

Production / Prep Leadership

• Batch cooking and recipe production using modern commercial equipment
• Portioning, vac-seal, labelling and storage systems
• Consistency-focused prep for core menu items and signature components
• Support peak service when required

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience at CDP / Senior CDP / Sous level (or higher)
• Head Chef–level applicants are welcome if they can demonstrate leadership, standards and systems — and are comfortable being hands-on
• Strong fundamentals: prep discipline, timing, portion control, cleanliness
• Calm, firm, fair leadership — trains others and holds the line on quality
• Comfortable working within systems and improving them
• Currently in Australia and able to relocate to Broome
• Available to start immediately or very soon

Sponsorship (Kimberley DAMA)

We have an established record using the Kimberley DAMA to secure excellent long-term talent. Sponsorship may be offered after probation / proving period under DAMA (Cook/Chef pathways), subject to eligibility and performance.