We are seeking an experienced Head Chef to join our team.

Purpose of Role

The Head Chef is responsible for leading all back of house operations at Bright Brewery, delivering a high-quality, consistent and commercially effective food offering that reflects the brand’s standards and values. The role is accountable for kitchen performance across menu, systems, cost control and team leadership, while working closely with the Assistant Venue Manager to ensure alignment with overall venue operations.

The successful applicant will work report to the Venue Manager and works closely with the Assistant Venue Manager to ensure alignment between kitchen operations and front of house service.

The Role

This full time role is based at our Brewpub in Bright, VIC and offers a genuine work-life balance in a stunning alpine location. It includes work on weekends, evenings and public holidays.

The role involves:
-Leading a high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environment
-Maintaining consistent food quality during peak service periods
-Balancing creativity with strong commercial and cost control outcomes
-Managing and developing a diverse kitchen team
-Working closely with FOH leadership to ensure a seamless guest experience
-Being hands-on in both leadership and service execution

BACKGROUND

The Bright Brewery Group is a proudly independent, family-owned business based in beautiful Bright, Victoria. We’ve been crafting exceptional experiences for 18 years across our brewery, pub, hotel, and expanding wholesale network. Our core values – Authenticity, Active Lifestyles, Inclusivity, and Sustainability – are the foundation of everything we do. If you share these values, we’d love to hear from you.

Bright Brewery has built a reputation for high-quality beer and great customer service culminating in three gold medals at the Victorian Tourism Awards. We have a very strong values-based approach to managing the business.

Skills required

Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior kitchen leader 
Strong understanding of kitchen financials including COGS, labour and margin control 
Experience in menu development and kitchen systems implementation 
Ability to lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams 
Strong organisational, planning and communication skills 
Ability to perform under pressure in a high-volume environment 
Food Safety Supervisor certification (required) 

What We Offer

The opportunity to secure a position with one of Australia’s pioneering craft breweries
Green Transport bonus
Subsidised active lifestyle benefits
Regular staff social events and gatherings
Accrual of Brewery points for hours worked to spend in-venue
Training and development opportunities
Genuine work-life balance 

To read and hear more about working at Bright Brewery, please click here.

To Apply

Download the Position Description here. 
Applications can be made confidentially by sending a covering letter and resume to finance@brightbrewery.com.au