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We’re seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen of a brand-new Mediterranean venue opening in early June, located on Phillip Street in the heart of Sydney’s CBD.

This is a unique opportunity to join the founding team and shape a venue centred around Greek-influenced Mediterranean cuisine, with a focus on fresh, seasonal produce and elevated yet approachable dining.

Operating within a corporate environment, the venue will run Monday to Friday service only, focusing on lunch and dinner, with plans to grow a strong functions and events offering over time.

As Head Chef, you will take full ownership of the kitchen — from menu creation through to execution — building a high-performing team and setting the culinary standard from day one.

Key responsibilities include:

• Designing and delivering a Greek-inspired Mediterranean menu
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a professional kitchen team
• Driving consistency, quality, and presentation across all services
• Managing kitchen operations including rostering, ordering, and stock control
• Maintaining strong cost control across food, labour, and wastage
• Preparing the kitchen to support future functions and event service
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and WHS standards
• Collaborating with ownership on concept, direction, and growth

This is an ideal role for a chef looking for premium output without weekend service, while still being part of an exciting new opening.

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in premium Australian venues
• Strong experience or passion for Mediterranean / Greek cuisine
• Demonstrated ability to lead and build kitchen teams from the ground up
• Experience in menu development, costing, and kitchen financial management
• Ability to deliver high-quality service in a structured, corporate environment
• Strong understanding of food safety, compliance, and operational systems
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Experience with functions/events or scalable service models (highly regarded)

What’s on offer

• $120K package (inclusive of super)
• Bonus / incentive scheme for the right candidate
• Monday to Friday roster (no weekends)
• Opportunity to be part of a founding team in a premium CBD opening
• Strong career growth as the venue expands into functions and events