Our Chefs

TRUSTED BY AUSTRALIA'S MOST REPUTABLE COMPANIES SINCE 2010

Our Selection Process

We are committed to finding chefs who bring both experience and passion to the kitchen. Our selection process ensures that we only choose candidates with a minimum of 5 years of relevant and continuous experience, with a strong track record of consistent employment.

We seek chefs who demonstrate a genuine passion for their craft, along with confidence and composure when discussing their culinary journey.

Our process favors those with diverse experience, having worked in various establishments, from high-volume, fast-paced kitchens to intricate fine dining settings. This approach allows us to assess a chef’s ability to thrive under pressure, manage high demand, and maintain the discipline required for elevated dining environments.

Our chefs will have a hygiene certificate, have, or be willing to get, an up to date DBS, as well as a full driving license in order to reach the varied locations of our clients.

They need to have a hygiene certificate and or be willing to get a DBS and driving is highly advisable due to the location of our clients.

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ChefHire Core Values

At ChefHire, our core values are the foundation of everything we do, reflected in four key areas: Courtesy, Teamwork, First Impressions, and Efficiency. These values guide our interactions with both customers and chefs, shaping the way we operate.

From the moment chefs join us, they understand our commitment to these values. Our recruitment process is designed around these principles, ensuring we select individuals who exemplify Courtesy, Teamwork, and Efficiency.

Our in-house training emphasizes these core values, setting clear expectations for how our chefs should apply them in their roles and interactions with both our team and clients.

Our office staff embody these values in their daily work, demonstrating Courtesy, effective Teamwork, creating positive First Impressions, and maintaining Efficiency.

These core values are integral to our growth and success, driving our commitment to excellence for both our chefs and our customers.

Checking Process?

Minimum 4+ years experience

Phone Screened

Reference Checked

Certified Cert 3/4 Holders

Flexible and Reliable

Travel Friendly

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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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

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I be sure the chef can do the job?

We will work closely with you to assess the specific needs of your venue and match a chef that has relevant experience. We are run by chefs and have a good understanding of our chefs capabilities.
What is the minimum shift time?

5 hours for metro bookings and 8 hours for rural bookings.
Can I send the chef home if it gets quiet?

Yes, so long as the minimum shift time has been met.
Can I choose which chef I will be sent and will I get the same chef every time?

We like to send the same chef every time for repeat bookings but is not possible on every occasion due to the availability of the chef. Prior to your booking we will give you an overview of the chefs we have available.
Can I book with the chef directly?

No, all bookings must come through the ChefHire office.
Can I hire a labour hire chef to work directly for my venue?

Yes, but only once a release fee has been paid.
Are there any on-costs to hiring a labour hire chef, such as super or insurance?

No, the flat hourly rate is all you will need to pay. The chefs are our employees an we cover all their on-costs.
Do I need to provide the chef a meal?

Metro bookings are not required to provide a meal. Rural bookings must provide a meal while on duty and remote venues must provide all meals throughout the booking.
Will the chef be confident working on their own?

Some venues are small and only have a stand alone chef. We can provide a chef who is confident to work on their own but it is always a good idea to have someone to show them around when they arrive.
What if there is a problem? Who can I contact?

Call us on 0499639792 at any time if there is any issue and we will do our best to resolve it.

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!

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Looking for skilled chefs for your business or event?

For urgent matters please call us on

1 800 519 484

0480 094 447

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

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