At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and build a new kitchen team while ensuring top-notch food quality.
- Company: Join Guzman y Gomez, a fast-growing global brand redefining fast food.
- Benefits: Flexible rosters, discounted meals, free uniforms, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy cultural celebrations and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting restaurant opening and shape a vibrant kitchen culture.
- Qualifications: Experience in cooking and leadership skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 $ per year.
At Guzman y Gomez, we don’t just make food — we grow leaders. We’re opening a brand-new restaurant in Cranebrook in June, and we’re looking for an experienced Head Cook to help build, train and lead the kitchen team that will bring our food to life.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role where you’re not just cooking — you’re helping create a kitchen and culture from the ground up. As a Head Cook, you’ll be trusted to:
- Build and lead a brand-new kitchen team, supporting the restaurant leadership team with hands‑on training before the restaurant even opens.
- Set the standard for food quality, speed and consistency from day one, ensuring every dish reflects GYG’s bold flavours and fresh ingredients.
- Support the full restaurant opening, including prep, training, operational readiness and opening execution.
- Work closely with the Restaurant Manager and leadership team to ensure smooth operations, strong communication and a positive team culture.
Be part of a fast‑growing global brand that’s redefining fast food with real ingredients, authentic flavours and a bold vision. Grow your career — this role is a pathway into senior kitchen leadership, Assistant Restaurant Management or broader operational roles.
Opening a new restaurant is one of the most rewarding experiences at GYG — and as Head Cook, you’ll be right at the heart of it. We’ll back you with the tools, support and rewards you need to succeed:
- Flexible rosters and long‑term stability — let’s talk about what balance means to you.
- Structured training program and ongoing development to sharpen your leadership skills.
- Heavily discounted GYG meals (yes, every burrito).
- Free uniforms and exclusive GYG merch.
- Cultural celebrations including Day of the Dead & Cinco de Mayo.
- Employee assistance program (Sonder) for you and your family.
- Clear pathways into Assistant Restaurant Management, Restaurant Management or broader GYG opportunities.
And of course — the chance to help open a brand-new GYG, something only a handful of leaders get to experience each year. Ready to lead the opening of GYG Cranebrook? Apply now.
Head Cook in Sydney employer: Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen
At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, we pride ourselves on being a leader in the fast-food industry with a commitment to clean, high-quality food and a vibrant work culture that celebrates Mexican heritage. As a Franchise Recruitment Manager, you'll enjoy real career growth opportunities as we expand our network across Australia, alongside benefits like up to 5 weeks of annual leave and participation in our incentive schemes. Join us in shaping the future of fast-food while working in a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters strong relationships within our franchisee community.
Contact Details:
Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen Recruitment Team
