Head Chef- Vaucluse House Tearooms

An exciting opportunity has come available for a Head Chef to join the team at Vaucluse House Tearooms for a 4 month contract.   The Head Chef will oversee the production, planning and ordering of all food items in this idyllic venue on Sydney’s foreshore. Leading and training a small team of professionals, you will also ensure the highest standards of both presentation and quality are met. Set on one of Sydney’s only 19th-century harbourside historic estates, Vaucluse House Tearooms is blending period style with quality food and exceptional service. Offering remarkable breakfast, lunch and High Tea from an ever-changing menu, the venue has also built a solid reputation for private events and wedding receptions, for up to 180 guests. BenefitsExcellent work/life balance.Demonstrate your culinary talents, passion and flairCareer development opportunitiesA friendly and motivated team environmentAbout the roleOpen Wednesday to Sunday days, with some functions on Friday and Saturday eveningsManage a small kitchen teamA la carte menu + high tea + functionsEnsure efficient food production and quality controlAbout youCert III qualified in Commercial CookeryMinimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role5+ years qualified experience in a la carte and functionsPassionate about providing high quality foodStrong organisational and time management skillsPunctual, self-driven and autonomousWell presented with a high work ethicExcellent communication skillsIn possession of valid Australian working rightsAbout The Fresh CollectiveSydney based hospitality group, The Fresh Collective, operates a portfolio of cafés, restaurants and stores and provides catering and event services in a number of iconic venues across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane including the Museum of Contemporary Art, The Queensland Museum, Hidden Valley Resort, and the Sydney Living Museums portfolio. At Fresh, we have a reputation for the delivery of excellent food and service, with a team of dedicated professionals, who are among the best in the industry.  AUD Australia - NSW Sydney CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs Vaucluse 2030

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