Head Chef | Education, Novar Gardens

Head Chef | Education, Novar Gardens

Trippas White Group is considered one of the most exciting and dynamic Catering companies within the Corporate, Education and function & events spaces. With a focus on fresh food, exceptional service and exceptional customer experiences, we offer great value to our clients.

We are currently seeking a talented Full Time Head Chef to join our Education team at a College in Novar Gardens, commencing Jan 27^th, 2026. With on-site support from the State Operations Manager, we also encourage Senior Sous Chefs to apply who are looking for opportunities to take that next step up.

You will lead the team who cater for 170 residential students, canteens, café and function catering.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver Boarding House menus across a 7-day, all-day service, and provide innovative and flexible menu options for catering outlets
• Provide hands on leadership with the day-to-day management of kitchen and FOH team members
• Achieve and maintain excellence in food service standards and methods for yourself and the team
• Ensure that company WHS and Food Safety policies and procedures are always maintained
• Work closely with the South Australian Operations Manager to achieve financial outcomes as delivered to the client in the Profit and Loss Statement
• Strong stakeholder Engagement is critical – you must be confident in your ability to communicate with the client.

 To succeed in this role, you will need:

• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and develop staff to exceed
• Proven experience within high volume kitchen production
• Leader in WHS and Food Hygiene requirements
• Great personal grooming, presentation and a confident and pleasant manner
• Excellent verbal communication and customer service skills – our students and the client want to be engaged
• Flexibility in your work week – whilst your work week will be predominantly Monday to Friday, this business runs across 7 days, and your presence at keys functions is expected.

About us - Benefits we offer and our Culture

• We are passionate about our people, and we offer a supportive, positive, and inclusive work environment.  You will be joining a team who are cohesive with a high level of collaboration amongst them.
• You will report directly to the State Operations Manager, who works on-site at the  College, providing plenty of support and guidance.
• School terms are busy, but the school holidays are yours!

You will share TWG's vision for providing food, which is nutritious and of a high calibre, making each dish fresh on site every day. In return, we will provide you with a safe and dynamic work environment where on the job training and career opportunities are available to further advance your career.

If you are looking for an opportunity to join a team that is committed to fresh food and great service, we want to hear from you!

Trippas White Group is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.