About the Role:

An established seafood restaurant in Regional NSW is urgently seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen. This is a hands-on leadership role for a chef with strong seafood expertise who can maintain consistency, drive menu quality and lead a kitchen team in a busy, high-turnover environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation and service execution.

• Design and refine seafood-focused menus, including seasonal and signature dishes.

• Ensure consistent quality, presentation and flavour across all seafood and accompanying dishes.

• Recruit, train, roster and supervise kitchen staff, including sous chefs, cooks and kitchen hands.

• Manage stock control, supplier relationships and ordering for fresh seafood and other ingredients.

• Monitor food costs, minimise wastage, and support the restaurant's commercial performance.

• Ensure full compliance with food safety, HACCP and WHS requirements.

• Maintain a positive, safety-focused kitchen culture during high-pressure service periods.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent (highly regarded).

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior Sous Chef in a seafood or high-volume à la carte restaurant.

• Strong technical knowledge of seafood preparation, cooking techniques and quality standards.

• Demonstrated leadership, rostering and staff-management experience.

• Sound understanding of food safety, HACCP and WHS requirements.

• Ability to perform confidently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.

What We Offer:

• SC482 visa sponsorship available for the right candidate.

• Leadership role with genuine influence over menu direction and kitchen culture.

• Long-term career opportunity in an established regional venue.

• Competitive remuneration reflecting the seniority of the role.

Work Rights & Eligibility:

• Must have the right to work in Australia or be eligible for SC482 sponsorship.

• Available for full-time work, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

How to Apply:

This is an urgent hire apply as soon as possible with an up-to-date resume outlining Head Chef or senior kitchen leadership experience via the Global Skills Connect Job Board, or contact Global Skills Connect on +61 451 225 295.