Supernormal Brisbane - Head Chef

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One of Australia's most established hospitality groups, Trader House, is looking for a Head Chef for Supernormal Brisbane.

About Supernormal Brisbane :

Supernormal Brisbane opened in July 2024, and is the first venue for Trader House outside of Melbourne. The space is light and welcoming, with warm hues and textures and views that extend over the river and Storey Bridge. It's an incredible and unique vantage point, with a brand new state-of-the-art kitchen and stellar team, making it a pleasure to come to work each day.

The menu features classics from its Melbourne counterpart, alongside new dishes that explore local produce and connect with Queensland's farmers, fishers and foragers.

Our team experiences all the Trader House benefits, training, mentorship and support from the wider management team.

About Trader House :

Trader House is a collective of restaurants, bars, and specialty retail stores by Melbourne-based chef, cookbook author and columnist Andrew McConnell and photographer Jo McGann. They are Gimlet at Cavendish House, Apollo Inn, Cutler, Supernormal, Cumulus Inc., Marion, Builders Arms Hotel, Bar Miette, Meatsmith Heritage Butcher and Morning Market.

About the role :

This is a rare opportunity for a career-focused chef to make an impact in a newly opened restaurant. The role involves working closely with the Executive Chef, Jason Barratt and the management team to create a seasonal, balanced, contemporary and dynamic offering. The Head Chef will live our company values of development, quality, inclusivity, community & sustainability.

What you'll bring :

A strong drive to lead by example

The ability to implement and uphold operating systems and values to ensure we remain an industry leader

Self-motivation and creativity to design menus, develop recipes and techniques through a contemporary lens

The ability to train, teach, develop and mentor staff

An eye for detail and a continual drive for development, improvement and innovation

Effective and adaptable time management and communication skills

What you can expect :

Unparalleled support and guidance, an empowering and refreshing approach to running restaurants

A commitment to the further development of your skills and experience as a hospitality professional, with personalised mentorship and support from Trader House Group chefs and the senior management team

Build excellent supplier relationships, accessing the best and freshest produce

Real autonomy in your role

A healthy and refreshing approach to running restaurants; a real life / work balance and career

This position is a long-term engagement – and each day offers a new opportunity. We offer internal management training to help you thrive, while managing the demands of an extremely busy restaurant, whilst continuing to develop.

Supernormal has been an industry leader since 2014, and our commitment to top produce, suppliers and finding great people to deliver exceptional food and service is paramount.

Relocation packages considered for interstate applicants.

Please apply with a current CV and cover letter addressed to Jason Barratt.

All applications and enquiries are confidential.

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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a Head Chef? Do you have experience as a chef in a high volume restaurant? SUPERNORMAL IS LOCATED ON FLINDERS LANE AND IS OPEN FROM 11AM UNTIL LATE, 7 DAYS A WEEK.

OUR MENU IS AVAILABLE ALL DAY FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT, WHATEVER THE OCCASION; A LONG LUNCH, A MID-AFTERNOON DRINK OR A SPECIAL DINNER.

SUPERNORMAL OFFERS A WIDE RANGE OF ASIAN INSPIRED DISHES, DELICIOUS WINES, SAKE, WHISKY AND COCKTAILS, ALL WITH A STORY TO TELL.

A BEAUTIFULLY CONSIDERED, RELAXED SPACE THAT HOUSES A LONG OPEN KITCHEN & BAR, MAIN DINING AREA AND PRIVATE DINING ROOM FOR EVENTS, PARTIES AND KARAOKE.

Source : This is an extract from the company's own website.

WELCOME TO SUPERNORMAL.

SUPERNORMAL IS LOCATED ON FLINDERS LANE AND IS OPEN FROM 11AM UNTIL LATE, 7 DAYS A WEEK.

OUR MENU IS AVAILABLE ALL DAY FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT, WHATEVER THE OCCASION; A LONG LUNCH, A MID-AFTERNOON DRINK OR A SPECIAL DINNER.

SUPERNORMAL OFFERS A WIDE RANGE OF ASIAN INSPIRED DISHES, DELICIOUS WINES, SAKE, WHISKY AND COCKTAILS, ALL WITH A STORY TO TELL.

A BEAUTIFULLY CONSIDERED, RELAXED SPACE THAT HOUSES A LONG OPEN KITCHEN & BAR, MAIN DINING AREA AND PRIVATE DINING ROOM FOR EVENTS, PARTIES AND KARAOKE.

Source : This is an extract from the company's own website.

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