Head Chefs for hire in Ballarat, Victoria

Find head chefs who lead kitchen teams, create menu items, and ensure quality standards are met while managing food costs and maintaining cleanliness. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Ballarat, Victoria to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    63

    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Food Safety
    7%
    Cooking
    5%
    Food Preparation
    4%

  • Education level

    Vocational or technical training
    53%
    Bachelor's degree
    30%
    High school diploma or GED
    8%

  • Years of experience

    6-10 years
    40%
    3-5 years
    20%
    More than 10 years
    20%

  • Current company

    • Guzman Y Gomez
    • The Coffee Club
    • Red Lion Hotel

  • Time at current job

    Less than a year
    29%
    1-2 years
    29%
    More than 5 years
    29%

Browse Indeed's database of 63 profiles for Head Chefs in Ballarat, Victoria

Last updated: 24 Oct 2026

Head Chef: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Ballarat, Victoria: $81,466 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $75,206 – $88,247 yearly

*Indeed data (AU)

  • Chef

    Lucas, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceWorking with Children CheckRSA

    Skills

    CookingFood PreparationFood SafetyKitchen ExperienceKitchen ManagementManagement

  • Chef

    Ballarat, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver LicenceWorking with Children Check

    Skills

    CleaningCulinary ExperienceKitchen ExperienceCookingKitchen ManagementFood Preparation

  • Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

    Ballarat, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IIICertificate III in Individual SupportManual Handling

    Skills

    CookingManagementKitchen ManagementKitchen ExperienceFood SafetyRestaurant Industry

  • Chef

    Ballarat, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Culinary ArtsCertificate IVDiploma of Hospitality ManagementCertificate IIIRSADiploma+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementSanitationFood SafetyCustomer ServiceKnife Skills

  • Restaurant Manager

    Mount Pleasant, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    NDIS Worker Screening CheckDriver Licence – VictoriaFull Driver LicenceDriver Licence – VictoriaFirst Aid CertificationWorking with Children Check+4 more

    Skills

    Time ManagementMicrosoft OfficeProductivity SoftwareCleaningCookingDriving

  • Chef de Partie

    Mount Clear, Victoria

    Licenses & certifications

    Certificate IVDiploma of Hospitality ManagementCertificate IV in Kitchen Management (SIT40521)DiplomaHospitality Management

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementCookingBulk CookingThaiMenu Planning

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What's the average time to fill a head chef role?

The average time to fill a head chef role is 17 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do head chefs tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a head chef include: food safety, cooking and food preparation.

What licenses or certifications are common for head chefs?

Common licenses or certifications for head chefs include: Certificate III, Driver Licence and Culinary Arts.

What are some job titles related to head chefs?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to head chefs include: chef, restaurant manager and technician.

What level of education is common for a head chef?

Vocational or technical training is the most common level of education for a head chef in Ballarat, Victoria, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a head chef?

Most head chefs have 6 years of professional experience.

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