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Head Chef


Company : Garden of Vegan


Location : Gold Coast, Queensland


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join the Food Revolution at Garden of GoodnessAt Garden of Goodness, we are reimagining what ready-made meals can be.We create in season gourmet meals, that are certified organic mealscompletely free from additives, preservatives, refined sugar, refined oils, gluten, and dairyusing wholefoods as close to nature as possible.Our mission is to empower Australians to live healthier, more sustainable lives through organic, plant-based, wholefood nutritioncompletely free from gluten, dairy, oils, sugar, preservatives, and additives.Were expanding and looking for an experienced, values-aligned Head Chef to lead our production kitchen. This role is critical to maintaining our high standards of quality, food safety, and consistency as we grow. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role where your passion for real food, people, and planet makes a direct impact every day.About the RoleReporting to the General Manager and Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, production flow, and team leadership in a fast-paced, health-focused environment.This is not your typical hospitality rolethere are no nights or weekends, and you''ll be working with purpose, precision, and premium-quality ingredients.Join the Food Revolution at Garden of GoodnessAt Garden of Goodness, we are reimagining what ready-made meals can be.We create in season gourmet meals, that are certified organic mealscompletely free from additives, preservatives, refined sugar, refined oils, gluten, and dairyusing wholefoods as close to nature as possible.Our mission is to empower Australians to live healthier, more sustainable lives through organic, plant-based, wholefood nutritioncompletely free from gluten, dairy, oils, sugar, preservatives, and additives.Were expanding and looking for an experienced, values-aligned Head Chef to lead our production kitchen. This role is critical to maintaining our high standards of quality, food safety, and consistency as we grow. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role where your passion for real food, people, and planet makes a direct impact every day.About the RoleReporting to the General Manager and Production Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations, production flow, and team leadership in a fast-paced, health-focused environment.This is not your typical hospitality rolethere are no nights or weekends, and you''ll be working with purpose, precision, and premium-quality ingredients.Key Responsibilities:Oversee large-scale batch cooking, meal preparation, and production execution using equipment such as brat pans, combi ovens, and commercial-grade machineryLead, mentor, and manage a team of chefs, sous chefs, and production staffEnsure precise recipe execution, consistency, and yield accuracy using spreadsheets and recipe management softwareChampion food safety and support the rollout and maintenance of HACCP compliance across the kitchenManage inventory control, stock rotation, and production planning to minimise waste and maximise freshnessUphold our kitchens high standards of cleanliness, allergen control, and sanitationManage kitchen certifications including, but not limited to; certified organicAbout YouYoure more than a skilled chefyoure a strong leader with a deep commitment to food integrity, team development, and sustainability.What You Bring:Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior leader in a high-volume production or commercial kitchenComfortable with batch cooking and complex recipe execution at scaleStrong understanding of HACCP, WHS, and food safety principlesProficiency with recipe scaling, yield management, and basic Excel useExceptional leadership and communication skills to train, support, and inspire your teamA passion for organic food, plant-based nutrition, and sustainability-driven practicesWhy Join Garden of Goodness?Work with purpose: contribute to a healthier, more sustainable futureCook with integrity: use only certified organic, wholefood ingredientsEnjoy real work-life balance: MondayThursday schedule with no nights or weekendsBe part of a positive, mission-led team cultureCompetitive salary package and growth potential within a values-based companyReady to Lead the Change?If you''re an experienced Head Chef whos passionate about real food, leading people, and making a meaningful difference, we want to hear from you. Apply now with your resume and a short cover letter telling us why you''re the right fit for Garden of Goodness. Please send a direct email to [emailprotected]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? How many years of people management experience do you have? Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for stock control? Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr