Job Description

Client Profile

Our client is one of Australia's leading hospitality groups, recognised for creating exceptional dining experiences, developing industry-leading talent and delivering premium venues across the country. They are expanding their presence on the NSW South Coast with an exciting new destination that combines boutique accommodation, outstanding hospitality and a celebrated modern Chinese dining offering in a spectacular coastal setting.

Job Description

An outstanding opportunity exists for an experienced Head Chef or accomplished Senior Sous Chef ready to step into a leadership role, overseeing the launch of a flagship regional restaurant. Working alongside an experienced culinary leadership team, you will lead all kitchen operations while delivering exceptional modern Cantonese cuisine, developing a high-performing brigade and maintaining the highest culinary standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver an exceptional guest experience.
• Execute authentic modern Cantonese cuisine with consistency, creativity and precision.
• Develop, mentor and retain a high-performing culinary team.
• Drive food quality, kitchen culture and commercial performance.
• Champion premium local seafood and seasonal produce from the NSW South Coast.
• Collaborate closely with senior culinary leadership to establish a market-leading regional venue.

Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be an experienced culinary leader with a genuine passion for Chinese cuisine and proven success leading high-performing kitchen teams. You will combine strong operational discipline with excellent leadership skills and a commitment to mentoring the next generation of chefs.

You Will Bring

• Previous experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-quality restaurant environment.
• Strong expertise in Cantonese or broader Chinese cuisine.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching and team development capability.
• Sound commercial awareness and experience managing kitchen performance.
• A calm, hands-on leadership style with exceptional organisational skills.
• Passion for premium produce, quality execution and continuous improvement.