- 2 complimentary race day passes for events all year round
- End of race day celebrations
- Free onsite parking
We have an exciting role for a talented, experienced and passionateSOUS CHEFto join our team to assist the with the management of the operational delivery of multiple food outlets, restaurants and events throughout our venues.Primarily based at Rosehill gardens racecourse but the role will support the business across our five venues as required during peak periods of trade.
We are a strongly established market leader in the hospitality industry with much to offer and we work with a diverse range of small producers, seasonal produce to continuously deliver industry leading culinary experiences using the very best of what our NSW and Australian producers and purveyors have to offer. The role of Sous Chef will require you to have a versatile self-driven and motivated outlook with a strong background working in a busy, high-volume setting across multiple different food offerings with a focus on the detail.
You will be required to support and collaborate with the kitchen team under guidance from the Executive Chef to create and implement innovated menus, maintenance of our standards and expectations with a focus on quality that supports the customer experience. You will be required to work in a team and demonstrate strong leadership skills and to be supportive and understanding of a fulltime and casual workforce, mentoring and creating professional development opportunities and leading by example.
This role of Sous Chef is aFULL-TIMErole, reporting directly the Executive sous chef under the guidance of our Executive Chef.
THE AUSTRALIAN TURF CLUB STORY
With over 110 race days and a host of hundreds of business and Social events every year, each of our five venues - Royal Randwick, Rosehill Gardens, Canterbury Park, Warwick Farm and Rosehill Bowling Club are uniquely exciting.
At the heart of our success is our People. At Australian Turf Club we are guided by our corporate values Collaborate, Care, Own & Bold. We are one club by name and nature, empowering our people to lead from the front and deliver results in a safe and supportive workplace.
THE PERKS
- The team Join a supportive, tight-knit and collaborative team who perfectly balance fun and getting the job done
- Work with some of NSW and Australia's leading producers and supplier network.
- Supported Professional development and educational learning opportunities whilst at work.
- Opportunity to Collaborate and work with some of Australia's best chefs on occasions.
- Succession - a clear line to develop into senior management positions or other areas of the business
- Up to 14 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Close and convenient location - free onsite parking at all venues
- Health and wellbeing initiatives such as fruit boxes, mental health talks and fitness challenges
- An additional day off per year for Wellbeing Leave
- Recognition for outstanding work through our reward & recognition program
- Complimentary race day passes for Royal Randwick, Rosehill Gardens, Warwick Farm and Canterbury Park Racecourse
- End of carnival team celebrations and regular social events
- Opportunities to give back to the community through our community engagement volunteering program.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Based at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse and reporting into our Executive Chef, with the support of our executive sous chef, the Sous Chef will join an established team to deliver a wide cross-section of culinary offerings from Retail to A la Carte Fine dining across our five venues.
DAY TO DAY, THE ROLE WILL:
- Customer Experience - driving a culture of consistent customer excellence, ensuring a seamless experience
- Operational Excellence - Preparation, cook and presentation of various foods, contributing to menu concepts and recipe development as well as ensuring all aspects of kitchen functionality are maintained
- People Leadership - Supervision of the team, providing constructive feedback and driving high performance
- Finance - With the support of the Executive Chef work towards budgets and COGs
- Innovation - Contribute new ideas and ways of improving current processes
- Safety - Management of HACCP, ensure hygiene is upheld and prioritise team member safety in the kitchen.
THE RIGHT FIT
To be successful in the role, the right fit will possess:
- A strong alignment to the ATC values, Collaborate, Care, Own and Bold
- Formal qualifications in Commercial Cookery
- 5+ years' experience working in a large-scale business / business with multiple venues
- Knowledge of current food prep and food service management, methods and techniques
- A solid understanding and application of relevant legislation
- Demonstrated experience supervising, mentoring and driving teams
- Exposure to working to and/or managing COGs
If you believe you are the right fit and can demonstrate our values day to day, we encourage you to apply.
To apply, visit: https://www.australianturfclub.com.au/our-careers/
Applications close on Friday 27 June 2025.
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