Corporate Head Chef

JOB DESCRIPTION At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, our ambition is to help you achieve your goals. Exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence are at our core. We invest in and care about our client relationships, which is why many are incredibly longstanding. And we enjoy breaking new ground, as we have for over 100 years. We are where you need us to be. We are in the world's largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs. Our international footprint is extensive and committed. We are at our best tackling complexity and navigating change. We work alongside you on demanding contentious matters, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private market transactions. We are recognised as leading in these areas. We are immersed in the sectors and challenges that impact you. We are recognised as standing apart in energy, ESG, infrastructure and resources. And we're focused on areas of growth that affect every business across the world, including technology and digitalisation. All of this is achieved by supporting the growth of our people, who help us deliver on our ambition - which is to help you achieve yours. Your goals. Our ambition. The Opportunity We are seeking a Corporate Head Chef to join our Office Operations team based in Brisbane. As part of this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that menus are thoughtfully planned in line with allocated budgets, seasonal availability, and nutritional balance. Additionally, you will ensure that a comprehensive list of dietary options is readily available to accommodate clients and staff with specific dietary requirements. You will maintain strong and effective relationships with our preferred suppliers to ensure consistent service and quality. You will assist with daily ordering processes and oversee the delivery of stock, ensuring that all items are checked, rotated appropriately, and that stock rotation procedures are consistently followed by all staff. Quality control is a key focus, with all food leaving the kitchen expected to meet established standards. What you’ll bring A minimum of 5 years industry experience as a Head Chef. Well rounded experience in a comparable role. Ability to supervise, give direction and maintain a high performing team. Vast knowledge and passion for food creation, current and future food trends. Experience in menu development for events and catering operations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. An ability to handle pressure and motivate others. Flexibility, with regards to overtime for morning and evening functions. What you can expect from us We’re a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions. We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you. We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals. We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you’ll have it and we’ll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control. Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia’s market leading law firm. We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding. Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding. Team Office Operations Working Pattern Full time Location Brisbane Contract type Permanent Contract #J-18808-Ljbffr