Description
Summary:
Brew Bar seeks a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, focusing on menu evolution, quality, and team management in a busy central-city bar.
Highlights:
1. Opportunity for creative input and leadership responsibility
2. Stable, long-term role with potential to shape kitchen direction
3. Supportive ownership and management in a well-established venue
Brew Bar is looking for a Head Chef to lead our kitchen in the heart of Dunedin’s Octagon. We’re a busy central-city bar known for great food, great beer (Emersons lead), and a relaxed atmosphere. This is a fantastic opportunity for a chef seeking creative input, leadership responsibility, and a stable, long-term role.
https://brewbar.nz
About Brew Bar
Brew Bar is a well-established venue in Dunedin’s hospitality scene. We focus on quality, approachable bar food done really well, designed to complement craft beer, wine, and cocktails. Our menu blends pub favourites with modern twists, and we’re always open to evolving it with the right chef leading the kitchen.
The Role
As Head Chef, you’ll take ownership of the kitchen and work closely with management to maintain quality, consistency, and profitability.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing the kitchen team
- Menu development and seasonal updates
- Maintaining food quality and presentation standards
- Stock ordering and supplier management
- Food cost control and kitchen budgeting
- Ensuring food safety and compliance standards are met
- Creating efficient kitchen systems and training staff as required
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef
- Strong leadership and kitchen management skills
- Ability to run a fast-paced service while maintaining quality
- Experience with menu development and food cost control
- A practical, hands-on attitude
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunity to shape the menu and kitchen direction
- Central Octagon location
- Potential of a Car Park
- Supportive ownership and management
- Stable role with long-term potential
Hours
Full-time position with a mix of day, evening, and weekend shifts as required in hospitality.
How to Apply
Apply: Email your application directly to mark@fraserbrothers.co.nz
If you’re ready to run your own kitchen and make your mark at a busy Dunedin venue, we’d love to hear from you.