Chef de Cuisine, MCG
The opportunity:
Delaware North Australia is hiring a full-time Chef de Cuisine to join our culinary team at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). As Chef de Cuisine, you will oversee all aspects of retail kitchen operations, leading menu development, food standards, team performance and cost control in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.Apply today and join a team where your creativity, expertise and passion for food will shape unforgettable dining experiences.
What we offer:
At Delaware North we like a challenge, and talent and hard work are rewarded. We’re looking to create the future of hospitality, and we can’t do it without you. So, roll up your sleeves and come see why Delaware North is your best career move yet. As our team member, you will:
- Show up in style: Laundered uniforms, including chefs' jackets and aprons
- Dine well: Discounted meals on-site
- Be part of something big: Work at world-class events in an atmosphere like no other
- Grow your career: Unlock opportunities within a global organisation
- Feel valued: Competitive salary and recognition for your contributions
What you will do?:
- Oversee the daily operations of the retail kitchen
- Develop innovative menu concepts that align with current food trends and guest preferences
- Provide strong leadership, mentorship and hands-on training to foster a high-performing, motivated team
- Set and uphold exceptional food standards through efficient systems and processes
- Assist in managing department budgets, food costs, utilising IT systems to drive efficiency and profitability
- Managing performance and labour costs for permanent and casual kitchen staff
- Championing on-site food safety and HACCP accreditation
More about you:
- A successful track record in managing large-scale kitchen operations; venue and event experience will be highly regarded
- Demonstrated success in leading, developing, and motivating a large and diverse kitchen team
- Experience in delivering high volume retail and general admission food offerings of the highest quality
- Experience with menu setting and stock control
- Demonstrated commercial acumen with experience delivering business outcomes
- Competence in using business technology such as stock control systems, spreadsheets, and accounting systems
The application period will close on 17/05/2026, unless qualified candidates are identified sooner.
Who we are:
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) stands as Australia’s most iconic sporting venue and the largest stadium in the Southern Hemisphere, with capacity for over 100,000 fans. Renowned for hosting blockbuster AFL clashes, international cricket, and major entertainment events, the MCG is also a premier destination for concerts, special occasions, and non-event-day functions.Beyond the action on the field, Delaware North offers a variety of retail food and beverage options, premium hospitality, and multipurpose spaces for corporate and private events. A true cultural landmark, the MCG delivers unforgettable experiences at the heart of Melbourne’s sporting and entertainment scene.