Head of Culinary
3 days ago
**Are you someone with a keen eye for detail for all things food and a passion for leading teams to thrive? Do you excel in a fast-paced environment and seek an opportunity to hone those skills? If so, we have the perfect role for you Opportunities like this are rare (it could be how you prefer your steak), so don’t miss your chance to be part of something exciting.**
Welcome to **Star Group** - a hospitality powerhouse, bringing together some of the best bars, pubs, and restaurants across the country. As we continue to grow, we’re on the lookout for a **Head of Culinary**to join our team.
**About the Role**
As our **Head of Culinary**, you’ll play a key role in driving culinary excellence at Star and contributing to our overall strategy. You’ll be involved in:
- Leading and coaching Executive and Group Chefs to achieve financial performance targets, including food and labour costs, while ensuring alignment with Star Hospitality’s KPIs.
- Overseeing culinary operations and menu development across the network, maintaining food quality, innovation, and customer experience.
- Driving, learning and development of initiatives within the networks culinary team, ensuring effective staffing levels, skills growth, and succession planning.
- Developing and implementing strategic projects that enhance efficiency, capitalise on food trends, and diversify revenue streams.
- Champion health, safety, and compliance standards across all kitchens, fostering a strong safety culture and ensuring consistent A-grade ratings.
**About You**
We’re after someone who’s:
- **Natural leader** - you’re a natural leader who inspires structure and precision, guiding others with your organised and detail-driven approach
- **A team player** - you’re approachable, proactive, and enjoy working collaboratively with other Back of House team members
- **Adaptable** - you’re comfortable juggling a variety of tasks in a fast-paced setting
- **A great communicator** - you can build strong relationships across teams
**Why Join Us?**
At **Star Group**, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive team where your contributions make a real impact. We offer development opportunities, a close-knit and collaborative work environment, and a few perks along the way
If this sounds like the perfect next step in your career - and you’re legally entitled to work in NZ - we’d love to hear from you.
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