Executive Chef

Executive Chef, Ode to Sirens and Reuben’s Supper Club

Position Overview

We are seeking an Executive Chef to lead food operations across our multi-venue precinct in Fremantle’s West End. The role spans Ode to Sirens and the newly developed Reuben’s Supper Club and includes direct responsibility for the reopening of a new kitchen as part of the precinct’s redevelopment. 

Reporting to the Head of Hospitality and working alongside the group’s leadership team, the Executive Head Chef will run day-to-day kitchen operations, develop a European-led menu, and establish the culinary foundations for the site’s continued growth. The role suits a chef who is genuinely passionate about cooking, values simple and honest food, and brings creativity to menu development and kitchen execution. 

Key Responsibilities

Food Leadership

• Lead the day-to-day food operations across Ode to Sirens and Reuben’s Supper Club

• Lead the reopening of the new kitchen serving the multi-venue operation, with a primary focus on Ode to Sirens

• Direct the launch of Reuben’s Supper Club as a new food offering in Fremantle

• Develop a European-led menu for Ode to Sirens built on quality produce, bold flavour and creative execution

• Maintain food quality, consistency, and presentation across every service

Operational excellence

• Manage kitchen staffing, recruitment, rostering, and team development

• Manage food cost, labour cost, and stock control performance

• Build and manage supplier relationships aligned with the group’s sourcing standards

• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and WHS requirements

• Develop systems and procedures to support the kitchen through the reopening and beyond. 

Leadership and Culture

• Lead and mentor a high-performing kitchen team 

• Build a positive, accountable kitchen culture with a focus on care and quality

• Coach and develop future kitchen leaders

• Work closely with venue managers and the wider leadership team on guest experience delivery

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or senior sous chef within quality-driven restaurants or hospitality groups

• Genuine passion for European cuisine and contemporary dining

• Track record of delivering simple, honest food executed to a high standard

• Strong commercial understanding on food cost, labour management, and kitchen performance

• Experience opening or reopening venues, or leading kitchen development projects, highly regarded

• Current food safety qualifications

Career pathways

The role carries a potential progression pathway to an executive position for the precinct and wider group

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Leadership of a multi-venue kitchen operation within an iconic Fremantle building

• A defined pathway for career growth across the group

• Creative input on menu direction as the venues develop

• Group-wide discounts