Head Cook - Guzman y Gomez

Job Description

At Guzman y Gomez, we don’t just make food, we grow leaders.

We’re opening a brand-new GYG restaurant in Cronulla, and we’re looking for a Head Cook who wants to be part of something from day one.

This is a rare opportunity to help set the standard, build the culture, and shape the kitchen in a brand-new restaurant.

As a Head Cook at our new Cronulla restaurant, you’ll be trusted to:

• Lead and develop a high-performing kitchen team from opening day, setting the benchmark for quality, speed and consistency.
• Own food execution in a high-volume environment, ensuring every dish reflects GYG’s commitment to fresh ingredients and bold flavours.
• Play a key role in the restaurant opening journey — supporting recruitment, training and readiness alongside the Restaurant Manager and leadership team.
• Help establish strong routines, systems and standards that set the restaurant up for long-term success.
• Be part of a fast-growing global brand that’s redefining fast food with real ingredients, authentic flavours and a bold vision.
• Take the next step in your career — this role is a launchpad into senior kitchen leadership, Assistant Restaurant Management, Restaurant Management and beyond.

Why join GYG (and why now)?

We’ll back you with the tools, support and rewards you need to succeed:

• Competitive salary or hourly rate (based on experience)
• Flexible rosters and long-term stability - let’s talk about what balance looks like for you
• Structured training and support before and after opening to set you up for success
• Heavily discounted GYG meals (yes, every burrito)
• Free uniforms and exclusive GYG merch
• Cultural celebrations (Day of the Dead, Cinco de Mayo and more)
• Employee assistance program (Sonder) for you and your family
• Clear pathways into Assistant Restaurant Management, Restaurant Management, Hola Central or broader GYG opportunities

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience leading a kitchen team in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Strong understanding of food quality, safety and operational standards
• Confidence to lead from the front and build strong, engaged teams
• A track record of driving performance through people
• A genuine passion for great food and developing others

This is more than a Head Cook role.
It’s a chance to help launch a brand-new restaurant, build a team from the ground up, and grow your leadership career with GYG.

Ready to be part of the Cronulla opening team?
Apply now and help shape the future of fast food with GYG.

We’re committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our team and guests. To support this commitment, we may conduct background checks including Police Checks and employment verification as part of our recruitment process.