Add expected salary to your profile for insights The Hotel Windsor is an iconic Australia hotel embodying the architecture and elegance of a European style 'Grand Hotel', situated on Spring Street and located at the 'Paris' end of Melbourne. Our culinary team delivers a wide range of dining experiences, from a la carte breakfasts and high tea in the historic One Eleven dining room, to classic pub fare in popular watering hole Cricketer's Bar, to elegant wedding receptions or corporate gatherings in one of our beautifully designed event spaces. Our group boasts a collection of world-class hospitality venues including hatted premium dining restaurants Aru and Sunda, gluten-free bakery Kudo, and all-day dining brasserie Antara, each offering unique experiences for our valued guests. At the heart of our success is a passion for exceptional service and a commitment to excellence in all that we do. We welcome positive, passionate, honest and hardworking individuals into our team and commit ourselves to the highest professional standards. The Opportunity We are looking for a strong, seasoned Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. This is a hands-on role where you'll oversee daily operations, with a focus on compliance and setting high standards of quality and safety. Reporting to the Culinary Director, you will play a critical role in managing kitchen operations, establishing effective processes, and fostering a positive, high-performing team culture. Oversee kitchen operations across our food and beverage establishments within the hotel, with a focus on our banquet and event services. Monitor kitchen stock, manage inventory, and ensure quality control in all areas of food preparation. Lead, mentor and develop a young and growing team, setting clear expectations and providing continuous support to achieve operational excellence. Implement and enforce compliance with all OH&S and food safety regulations. Establish and refine kitchen procedures to promote efficiency, consistency, and a safe working environment. Our successful candidate will have: Minimum three years' experience as a Head Chef or in a senior culinary position, ideally within a hotel setting. However, experience in a larger restaurant, catering operation, or modern pub, would also be highly valued. Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team. Strong understanding of kitchen operations, including food safety and compliance with OH&S regulations. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members across departments and maintain a positive, supportive work culture. The capability to manage and uphold high standards in a fast-paced environment with a solution-oriented approach. Flexible availability to support a dynamic schedule, including weekends and public holidays as required. If this sounds like you, we can't wait to hear from you! Take the next step in your career by applying now and joining our exceptional team at The Hotel Windsor. We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our team, and we encourage and celebrate our diversity. First Nations peoples, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, women and people of all ages are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workplace that reflects the community in which we live. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for this role. You must have full permanent working rights in Australia to be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr