The Sous Chef role oversees and supports the successful preparation, production, and operation of one of our hard working kitchens onsite. This role provides support to the Head Chef and Executive Chef and is responsible for producing and delivering high-quality food experiences for our guests.
This role is also responsible for supervising kitchen staff and service. In this role you will play an integral part in creating a positive team environment where staff feel supported and have a chance to develop and learn. You'll need to be agile and adaptive in your approach to work and always focused on providing our guests with a memorable, high-quality culinary experience.
The Gig:
* Work with and support the Head Chef and Executive Chef to lead the kitchen team and ensure the highest food standards are maintained to exceed guest expectations;
* Supervise and support kitchen operations and teams;
* General food preparation, production, service and delivery;
* Assist in training new employees, playing an active role in providing leadership to all kitchen staff and developing skills where possible;
* Provide recommendations and recipes for menu design and development that align with our food ethos;
* Lead from the front, assisting the diverse kitchen operations and teams in a wide scope of tasks and work;
* Understand and respect Work Health & Safety procedures, championing WHS procedures in all areas of work;
* Ensuring food quality and safe food handling and storage procedures are followed and adhered to;
* Organising and managing general administration including stock control, ordering, supplier liaison and stakeholder consultation;
* Available and willing to assist with other ad-hoc function and kitchen requests as required, including offsite events and festivals.
The You:
* Significant experience in a high-volume kitchen environment, preferably in a similar hospitality setting (trade qualified required);
* Confident in producing food for a wide-range of settings, including but not limited to; canapé, grazing, sit-down, formal, casual, weddings, corporate, festivals and artistic events;
* Experienced in leading kitchen teams with proven people and team management;
* Positive and productive attitude;
* Previous experience in providing opportunities for staff development and learning;
* An immense passion for food, striving to experiment and express creativity in cooking;
* Ability to adapt to a regularly changing environment and maintain high standards when under pressure;
* An understanding of safe work practices with a commitment to keep colleagues accountable in maintaining a safe work environment;
* Physically fit, able to work on your feet and lift and handle heavy items;
* Competent in using information technology, ordering platforms and completing general administrative tasks;
* Available to work a flexible roster, including most weekends, evenings and public holidays.
Does this sound like you? We want to meet you Please apply below. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.