Head Chef Required For A Busy Irish Pub

About the business and the 

Join our dynamic kitchen team at Jimmy O'Neill's, a thriving Irish pub with a rich 5-year history situated at the final stop of the 96 tram on Acland Street in vibrant St Kilda. Boasting a devoted local clientele and attracting a steady stream of tourists, we are on the hunt for a new team member to be a part of our lively and youthful crew.

Nestled in the heart of St Kilda, Jimmy O'Neill's presents a contemporary take on the Irish pub concept, our mix of modern Australian goes hand in hand with our beloved traditional Irish dishes. Our culinary focus centres on the use of fresh ingredients and locally sourced produce. As a bustling venue with a sister venue in the nearby Chapel Street there is ample growth potential.

The Role
The Head Chef will be responsible for:
Designing and implementing new menus, leading and managing a team of 15 and ensuring high standards of food quality and service. Overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including stock management and supplier relationships. Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards and collaborating with the management team to drive the club's culinary success.

Job tasks and responsibilities

The job will be a hands on role delivering consistency and the successful candidate will have good time management and communication skills .

The successful candidate will be need to be a team player need to demonstrate the following ;

• Passionate about food & a good knowledge of local food trends as well as some knowledge of traditional Irish/European cuisine
• Competency in menu writing & creation
• Good knowledge of kitchen hygiene & HACCP requirements
• Good knowledge of kitchen budgeting
• Social media content creation

Skills and experience

We also operate outside catering from time to time, so you may be required to work outside the venue at large events when required. 

• The right candidate would need to have 2 years in a similar role
• Hiring all positions in relation to the kitchen
• Preferably previously worked in an Irish pub or similar
• Good communication skills
• Hands on role, delivering a consistent and outstanding dining experience
• You will be adept at running a busy service
• You will be creative and contribute to menu ideas
• You will guide and teach junior team members
• You will establish a strong and positive relationship with FOH
• You will oversee all WH&S procedures and uphold food safety standard

Job benefits and perks

• Professional and fun working environment 
• Ongoing training including a web based kitchen management platform
• A supportive and approachable Senior Management team  
• Great staff culture and team outings 
• Excellent remuneration and generous staff discounts 
• Transport options with  trams on our doorstep

Jimmy O Neill's provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, status, genetics, equal orientation, gender identity or expression.