Nic & Kolo is an award‑winning café in Applecross Village, celebrated for its contemporary, Asian‑influenced menu and dedication to fresh WA produce. With the recent opening of Daily Practice, our new retail/canteen concept, we are expanding our leadership team and seeking an experienced Head Chef to oversee both venues.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated and creative culinary professional wanting to lead, innovate, and grow.

About the Role

You will lead the kitchen teams at Nic & Kolo and Daily Practice, managing day-to-day operations and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality dishes. This role combines leadership, hands-on cooking, and creative input.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small but high-performing kitchen team
• Oversee daily service across both venues
• Manage rosters, labour costs, and kitchen efficiencies
• Maintain exceptional food quality, safety, and hygiene standards
• Contribute to menu development and seasonal changes
• Work collaboratively with management to drive continuous improvement

About You

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience supervising or leading in an a la carte kitchen
• Strong skills in grill, garnish, and brunch service
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• A positive, team-focused attitude with strong leadership skills
• Passion for produce, creativity, and evolving your craft
• Willingness to work weekends, rostered shifts, and some public holidays

Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years’ post‑qualification experience in a quality establishment
• Strong understanding of professional food preparation and hygiene standards

If you're ready to take the next step in your culinary career and lead two exciting venues, we’d love to hear from you.