Group Head Chef

Group Head Chef – Laundy Hotels Join one of Australia’s largest and most iconic hospitality groups. Laundy Hotels is a proudly family‑owned business with over 40 venues across New South Wales, including premium pubs, restaurants and hotels. Built on strong family values, quality dining and exceptional guest experiences, the Laundy Group continues to set the standard for Australian hospitality. Responsibilities Providing hands‑on leadership and support to Head Chefs across multiple venues Driving menu development, seasonal updates and consistency in food presentation and quality Building strong supplier relationships and championing the use of local, premium produce Overseeing food quality, kitchen standards and profitability across all sites Managing kitchen budgets, P&Ls, labour costs and financial performance Leading repair, maintenance and capex projects for kitchen operations Supporting recruitment, training and a strong positive kitchen culture across the group Collaborating with venue and operations teams to ensure smooth, efficient kitchen systems Qualifications Proven experience as an Executive or Group Chef within a multi‑site or high‑volume hospitality group A genuine leader with strong communication and mentoring skills A hands‑on, approachable style that inspires and motivates kitchen teams Solid financial and operational management experience (P&L, cost control, labour management, forecasting) Experience implementing and managing systems such as Deputy, Cooking the Books or similar Passion for fresh, seasonal and high‑quality food Ability to balance big‑picture strategic planning with day‑to‑day operational excellence A calm, adaptable and collaborative approach even under pressure The Laundy Story Four generations, countless beers poured, and a legacy built on good old‑fashioned hospitality – that’s the Laundy way. We kicked things off in 1945 with the Sackville Hotel in Rozelle and have grown into one of NSW’s most recognisable hospitality families. Today we steward a diverse portfolio of 40+ venues ranging from local pubs to boutique hotels and vibrant beachfront destinations, all united by the same spirit of community and exceptional guest experience. How to Apply Click Apply Now. Yes, we want a cover letter – but not a generic one. Show us who you are, your culinary personality and your passion for the kitchen. Get creative, have fun and let us see the chef behind the resume (we read them). Hot Tip Tell us if your cooking style was a dish, what would it be and why. The more inventive, bold or unexpected the better. We're All About People At Laundy Hotel Group, we know great hospitality starts with diverse voices and experiences. We’re proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, cultures and abilities, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, our HR team is happy to have a confidential chat to ensure you’re comfortable and supported every step of the way. You can connect with the team at Acknowledgement of Country We recognise the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, Traditional Custodians of the land and waters of Sydney. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples. Interview 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 which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS? Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for stock control? Do you have experience preparing work rosters? Do you have experience with menu planning & costing? What’s your expected annual base salary? How do you approach menu design to balance creativity, cost control, and customer appeal? How do you align culinary operations with broader business goals or brand strategy? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? #J-18808-Ljbffr