HEAD CHEF | MAYA MEXICAN

Coats Group
Brisbane QLD
Chefs/Cooks (Hospitality & Tourism)
Full Time

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead the kitchen at MAYA Mexican.

Perched above Fortitude Valley with breathtaking 270-degree views of the Brisbane CBD, Story Bridge and New Farm, MAYA has established itself as one of Brisbane's premier dining destinations. Combining vibrant Mexican flavours with premium Australian produce, our menu draws inspiration from the coastal regions of Baja California, Yucatán and Tulum, delivering a modern dining experience built around sharing, quality and exceptional hospitality.

As Head Chef, you will take full ownership of the kitchen, leading a talented brigade while driving culinary excellence, operational efficiency and team development. This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate leader looking to make their mark with one of Brisbane's leading hospitality groups.

As Head Chef, you will be responsible for the overall management of the kitchen, including:

• Leading, inspiring and developing the kitchen team

• Delivering exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation

• Creating and developing seasonal menus in line with the MAYA concept

• Managing food costs, labour budgets and kitchen profitability

• Ordering, stock control and inventory management

• Maintaining accurate recipe costing and portion control

• Driving innovation while maintaining brand standards

• Ensuring all food safety, HACCP and workplace health and safety standards are met

• Training and mentoring chefs

• Curating a positive, professional and high-performing kitchen culture

• Working closely with the Venue Manager and senior leadership team to achieve business objectives

• Maintaining equipment and ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently at all times

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Previous experience as a Head Chef

• A proven ability to lead high-performing kitchen teams

• Strong financial acumen with experience managing food costs and labour budgets

• Excellent organisational and communication skills

• A passion for developing people and building positive team culture

• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality

• Sound knowledge of HACCP, food safety and compliance

• Full Australian working rights

Experience with Mexican or Latin American cuisine is highly regarded.

• Lead one of Brisbane's most recognised rooftop dining destinations

• Opportunity to shape the culinary direction of MAYA

• Competitive salary package based on experience

• Staff discounts across all Coats Group venues

If you're an ambitious and creative culinary leader ready to take ownership of an iconic Brisbane venue, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining why you're the right person to lead the MAYA kitchen.

Only applicants with the appropriate skills and experience will be contacted.