Head Chef - 5-Star Winery - Orange, Nsw

In the heart of the unique viticultural region of Orange, New South Wales, this award-winning, 5-star winery is searching for a Head Chef to continue driving a very successful food program.
Servicing an intimate dining room, wine bar and events, this is a key role for our client to elevate their food offering!
  
The role:

• Collaborate with the owners and highly regarded hospitality consultant, developing high quality seasonal menus
• Lead, motivate and drive a positive kitchen culture and team of approximately 5 chefs.
• Food ordering & stock control, COGS and wage cost controls
• Food safety and kitchen management
• Ensure consistent high standards of all food items leaving the pass
• Maximise opportunities to increase revenue and collaborate with local businesses, community and events
• Foster strong relationships with local suppliers

Candidate profile:

• Previous Head Chef or Senior Sous experience in a premium, multifaceted kitchen operation
• Focus on locally sourced, fresh produce providing a story and sense of place for dining guests
• A positive and respectful leadership style
• Financial management skills with strong ability to manage food and labour costs

Salary & benefits:

• $90,000 - $110,000 neg. 
• Relocation assistance, plus 2-4 weeks of onsite accommodation
• Enjoy a lower cost of living in a thriving regional centre
• Work with high-quality fresh produce and a professional management team/owners  

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Additional information

• Build on an already exceptional food program and offering
• Create seasonal menus around high-quality fresh produce
• Enjoy a lower cost of living in a thriving country town