Head Chef - Urgent Position

Head Chef Opportunity at Margots 

Introducing Margot’s, the new 120-seat neighbourhood wine bar by the Sesh Mafia crew, set to open late-June on William Street in Northbridge. Margot’s promises to be a dynamic venue, transforming from a casual, playful daytime spot to a sexy, fun, and high energy evening destination without any pretension.

Join Margot's, as our Head Chef and play a pivotal role in shaping the Perth's premier destination for fun modern bar dining. With guidance from the Sesh Mafia Culinary Director Chase Weber, this position offers a rare chance to work together with or culinary team on direction and contribute to our unique dining experience.

The menu will spotlight Baltic and Northern European share plates, with a heavy seafood focus, alongside the main menu will be a house developed Margot’s deli range curated in conjunction with charcuterie master by Adam Bielawski. 

This is very much a hands on role as in a small open kitchen where guest interaction and teamwork with the FOH team is a must, candidates must be comfortable with this. 

Your Impact:

• Innovate and execute contemporary Baltic and Northern European share plates using premium local and seasonal ingredients.
• Lead and inspire your small kitchen team, ensuring excellence in food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation.
• Spearhead menu development, optimize inventory management, and oversee kitchen operations to drive profitability and sustainability.
• Cultivate a culture of creativity, teamwork, and professional growth among all staff.
• Uphold the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and regulatory compliance.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• 2-3 years of leadership experience in a distinguished restaurant.
• Deep knowledge of modern techniques and a passion for innovation and seafood.
• Strong leadership abilities, adept at motivating and guiding a diverse team.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, adaptable to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Culinary qualifications and food safety certifications are highly valued.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to collaborate closely with the Sesh Mafia cunlinary team and access extensive learning and development opportunities.
• Exclusive staff benefits, including dining discounts.
• Supportive, inclusive, and innovative workplace culture.

Join Us:

If you're passionate food and ready to make your mark at Margot's, we invite you to apply. Share your culinary journey and vision for joining our team by submitting your resume and cover letter. 

Sesh Mafia is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse culinary community. We eagerly anticipate your application and the possibility of you joining our team.