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NEED A CHEF?A better way to hire temporary & permanent chefs

Stop watching your profits slip away. We can send qualified and experienced chefs and hospitality staff to your metro or regional hotel, pub, restaurant or mine camp at a moments notice.
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When You Can’t Wait, ChefHire Acts Fast

ChefHire’s team of hospitality staffing experts will understand your needs, and help fill the requirements as efficiently and strategically as possible, minimising potential mismatches and misunderstandings.

You will always have a human to talk to should you need, and we go above and beyond to de-risk your scenario and support you every step of the way.

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Looking for skilled chefs for your business or event?

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Contact us today via the form on the left and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss your specific needs.

Contact us now for your urgent staff needs

    Chefhire on Demand Book a Chef in 3 Easy Steps

    Request a Shift

    Fill out the booking form to make a request. Set the rate you want to offer and book a chef for metro, regional, or remote locations.

    Hire a Chef

    We will send your request to the most suitable chefs. When you find one you like, simply click "Hire."

    Pay & Rate

    After the booking is confirmed, approve the chef’s timesheet and provide a rating.

    How We Assist in your Chef Recruitment Needs

    01
    Rapid Placement

    Provide us with your requirements, and we will promptly match you with a qualified chef.

    02
    Flexible Staffing

    From single events to seasonal demands, our services adapt to your needs.

    03
    Permanent Staffing Solutions

    Whether you need coverage for leaves, fill operational gaps, or expand your team permanently, we offer tailored solutions.

    BENEFITS TAILORED FOR METRO,  REGIONAL AND RURAL HOSPITALITY

    Rapid Deployment

    Our highly qualified and experienced chefs can be on-site within hours to meet your needs.

    Nationwide Availability

    Our chefs are prepared to travel across the country, whether by bus, plane, or car, to reach both remote and regional locations.

    Competitive Rates

    ChefHire offers a cost-effective model suitable for every budget, with rates up to 40% lower than other agencies.

    Proven Reliability

    Unlike other booking platforms, we maintain strong relationships with our chefs, many of whom have been with us since 2010.

    Chef Shortage?

    The hospitality industry is facing an unprecedented chef shortage, impacting the quality and consistency of service across the nation. At ChefHire, we understand the challenges this poses for businesses striving to maintain their reputation and operational efficiency.

    Our extensive network of skilled chefs is ready to bridge this gap, providing reliable and immediate staffing solutions tailored to your needs.

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    How We Help You in Hiring the Right Chef

    Local Chefs for Rent
    Labour Hire

    ChefHire's labour hire model ensures reliability and compliance, offering fully vetted chefs, comprehensive insurance, and hassle-free staffing solutions to seamlessly enhance your kitchen's operational efficiency without the administrative burden

    Emergency Staffing
    On Demand

    ChefHire's new model offers unparalleled flexibility, reduced costs, and instant access to vetted chefs, enhancing your kitchen's efficiency with our innovative, user-driven staffing solutions tailored to your unique needs

    Event Catering Crew
    Recruitment

    Our overseas recruitment covering immigration, providing targeted training, and facilitating detailed selection through video resumes. It ensures skilled professionals seamlessly integrate into Australian kitchens, enhancing quality and operational efficiency

    FIVE STAR FEEDBACK CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES
    • Great Chef Coverage

      “We often use ChefHire for chef coverage and found the chef suitability very good and overall service easy to manage, thanks team"

      Maria

      White Lion Deniliquin
    • Concise and helpful

      “Good chefs, prompt service, clear, concise and helpful"

      Aaron Beso

    • Annual staffing challenge overcome

      "ChefHire helps us every year on our seasonal staffing requirements, we can often use the same chef as previous years to make the transition even easier each time"

      Mel

      Bremer Bay Resort
    • Even with little notice, ChefHire could accommodate

      "Deana was so helpful providing staff during our busiest period. Even with very little notice ChefHire was able to accommodate with experienced staff"

      Kimberley Maley

    • Awesome service

      "Awesome service"

      Mark Burns

    Our Commitment to Your Kitchen

    AFFORDABLE RATES
    Maximise profits with chefs who boost your business and your bottom line

    RELIABLE CHEFS
    Chefs that won't let you down.

    LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS
    A rapid response team of chefs ready to fill in, ensuring your kitchen never misses a beat.

    FLEXIBILITY
    Adapt your staffing for fluctuating demands - never overstaffed or understaffed.

    METRO, REGIONAL AND REMOTE
    From the city to the outback , No matter how remote we have a chef to cover.

    INNOVATIVE RECRUITMENT
    Our unique approach to sourcing chefs globally with overseas test kitchens ensures only the best chefs.

    ChefHire vs The Rest

    What We Offer Other Agency
    Solutions for 1 Shift, 1 Week, 1 Month, Seasonal & Permanent requirements
    Dedicated Human Support via Calls, SMS, Email
    Option to engage temp staff directly (to your employment)
    Flexible invoice terms (where agreed)
    Add-on Services & Technology (Rostering, Timesheets & Payroll)

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Overcome the Chef Shortage Crisis

    ChefHire sources top chef talent continually from Australia and around the world, providing your business with high quality options for all scenarios.

    Whether it is short, one shift coverage for a CDP in a metro kitchen, or one month Head Chef coverage for a country pub while other staff take leave we have proven chef options for you!

    Hire a Chef

    Looking to hire skilled chefs for your business or event?

    Looking for skilled chefs for your business or event?

    For urgent matters please call us on


    Contact us today via the form on the left and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss your specific needs.

    Contact us now for your urgent staff needs