Head Chef, Eska- Merchant of the Sea. Mermaid Beach, Gold Coast QLD. Chefs/Cooks (Hospitality & Tourism). Full time. Add expected salary to your profile for insights. Are you a passionate and skilled chef with a deep love for fresh, sustainable seafood? We are looking for a talented and innovative Head Chef to join our team at Eska Seafood, an exciting new destination for seafood enthusiasts. With a focus on quality, creativity, and sustainability, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional dishes that showcase the best of the ocean's bounty.

Responsibilities: Create and design seafood-focused menus that highlight fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients. Lead and manage the kitchen team, overseeing daily operations to ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene. Ensure consistency in every dish that leaves the kitchen, from preparation to plating. Monitor kitchen inventory, ensuring all ingredients are stored correctly and used efficiently to minimize waste. Provide training, mentorship, and leadership to kitchen staff, ensuring a collaborative and positive work environment.

Oversee food safety and sanitation practices, maintaining compliance with health regulations.

Maintain a high level of creativity and innovation in seafood dish creation while embracing seasonal trends.

Qualifications: Proven experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef in a fast-paced kitchen environment with a strong focus on seafood. Exceptional knowledge of seafood preparation, handling, and cooking techniques. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, train, and motivate a team. Excellent understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations. A passion for sustainable and locally sourced seafood. Creativity and an eye for detail, with the ability to design and execute menu items that delight guests. Ability to work well under pressure, managing time and resources effectively. A culinary degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

What We Offer: Competitive salary based on experience, incl. bonus structure. Opportunity to work in a dynamic, high-end seafood-focused kitchen. A collaborative and supportive team environment. Access to ongoing professional development and training. Discounts and perks for staff. If you are an experienced Head Chef with a passion for seafood and a desire to create exceptional culinary experiences, we’d love to hear from you!

Eska is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

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Submit your resume and a portfolio showcasing your previous seafood focused dishes to: admin@eskaseafood.com