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Mojo''s Kitchen Bar and Bottle Shop is seeking an experienced and talented Head Chef to join our dynamic team in the beautiful South West, Bunbury, WA. We are replacing a long term chef who has become part of our extended family, but decided to scratch his travel itch and tick off a few things on his bucket list!About UsWere a vibrant and popular dining destination in the heart of our city, known for our quality cuisine, extensive award winning craft beer & wine selection, and warm hospitality.We''re a WAGFG Top 100 restaurant and are recognised nationally for our wine program. Our team deliver an exceptional customer experience in a casual/classy dining environment.LocationBunbury is the largest centre in regional WA, two hours south of Perth, blessed with clean beaches, a vibrant & diverse community and a country lifestyle with big city facilities. Fresh produce jumps from the ocean & paddocks into our kitchen every day. Fresh fish straight off the boat, lamb, pork & beef from farmer to plate and organic/biodynamic vegetables allow us to create inspiring dishes.What we offerA voice that will be heardIf youve got fresh ideas, passion and a vision to make something special happen. Weve got your backYoull be rewarded with a competitive salary and relocation allowanceGenerous discounts from our Bottle ShopChristmas Bonus payments based on KPI successAbout YouThis full-time opportunity is perfect for a culinary professional with a deep respect for nature and a commitment to sustainability.While we have a vision for our restaurant direction, we need a chef who wants to carve out a legacy for themselves. One that has ideas which inspire food that sparks conversation, invites people to come back for more, is admired by their peers and invites discussion.As the Head Chef you will be responsible for;Overseeing all culinary operations thatactively build our businessMaintaining innovative menusLeading a solid long term team of dedicated kitchen staff (who are already in place in our kitchen)What you''ll be doingManage all aspects of the kitchen operations, including menu planning, food preparation, and staff supervisionCollaborate with the management team to create new and exciting menu items that showcase your culinary expertise and our ethosEnsure consistent high-quality food presentation and taste in all dishesMaintain strict adherence to food safety and hygiene standardsFoster a positive and productive work environment for the kitchen teamWhat we''re looking forMinimum 5 years of experience as a Head Chef (preferred)We would consider a talented Sous Chef looking for their chance in the spotlightStrong knowledge of food trends, preparation techniques, and menu developmentAbility to use a nose to tail approach with all our proteinsProven ability to lead and motivate a team of kitchen staffExcellent time management and multitasking skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to engage with customers and share the stories behind the dishes and foster a connection with our dinersIf you are an experienced and passionate Head Chef who is ready to take on a new challenge, we encourage you to apply now. We look forward to hearing from you!Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years'' experience do you have as a Head Chef? Do you have experience with menu planning & costing? How many years of people management experience do you have? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound knowledge of food provenance? Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for stock control? #J-18808-Ljbffr