About Pure South Dining
Since 2004, Pure South Dining has built a reputation for delivering an exceptional dining experience. Our menu is a celebration of Tasmania’s best produce, sourced directly from King Island, Flinders Island, and Tasmania, emphasising ethical, sustainable, provenance driven dining. This is an opportunity to showcase world-class ingredients and be part of a passionate, professional team dedicated to excellence.
About the role
We are looking for a Head Chef to join our team and help drive culinary innovation at Melbourne’s one and only Tasmanian produce focussed venues. You will be working closing with our culinary leadership team with previous hatted restaurant experience, both here and around the world. You will play a crucial role in menu creation, kitchen operations and team leadership.
This is not just a job—it’s a chance to work with the best produce in Australia, in a high-profile venue with perhaps one of the best views in Melbourne overlooking the Yarra River.
What we offer
- Culture driven kitchen, we are a close team and respect each other’s values
- Exceptional Remuneration – Competitive salary based on experience
- Exclusive Produce Trips – Travel to King Island, Flinders Island & Tasmania to meet our producers firsthand
- Work-Life Balance – We prioritise well-being and offer dynamic shift structures
- Career Growth – We are looking for future leaders, and we actively promote from within
- Creative Freedom – Have autonomy over menu development and kitchen innovation
- State-of-the-Art Facilities – Two kitchens, offering movement between styles and allowing communication and teamwork to flow between both
Your role & responsibility
- Work closely with the Executive Chef to drive menu creativity and ensure the highest quality standards
- Manage kitchen operations, including scheduling, ordering, and compliance
- Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a positive and professional culture
- Ensure consistency in taste and presentation, upholding our reputation for excellence
- Work with Tasmania’s best produce, developing innovative dishes that highlight provenance and seasonality
What we’re looking for
- Proven experience as a Senior Sous Chef or Head Chef in a similar role, ideally in a high-end, fast-paced restaurant
- Passion for sustainable, ethical, and local produce
- Strong leadership and communication skills – ability to inspire and mentor a team
- Ability to thrive under pressure in a busy kitchen
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- A positive, team-first attitude and willingness to grow
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re an ambitious chef looking to take the next step in your career and work with the finest produce in Australia, apply now!
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
