Employer: 325 Pty Ltd T/A Chutney Bar Mornington
Position: Sous Chef
Salary: $76,000 - $82,000 Plus Superannuation
Location: 44 Main Street Mornington VIC 3931, Australia
Mode: Full Time
Experience: 2 years' experience minimum
About Us
Chutney Bar Mornington is seeking a skilled and motivated Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations within our busy and well-established restaurant. Located in Mornington on the Mornington Peninsula, we are known for delivering flavour-focused dishes inspired by Asian and contemporary cuisine, prepared using fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Operating seven days a week, we offer both dine-in and takeaway services to a diverse clientele of locals and visitors. Our menu features a range of vibrant, well-balanced dishes, and we are committed to maintaining consistency, quality, and efficient service in a fast-paced yet welcoming environment.
This role presents an excellent opportunity for a qualified culinary professional with strong experience in Asian cuisine and proven leadership skills to support kitchen operations, guide team members, and contribute to the continued success of a well-regarded hospitality venue.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist the Head Chef in planning, organising, and directing the preparation and cooking of food to ensure consistent quality and presentation.
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow and timely service delivery.
• Contribute to menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal produce, customer preferences, and contemporary food trends.
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes, ensuring authenticity, portion control, and adherence to established recipes and standards.
• Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation to maintain high culinary standards.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Oversee the storage, handling, and rotation of food supplies in accordance with food safety and stock control procedures.
• Assist in managing inventory levels, ordering supplies, and controlling food and labour costs to meet budget requirements.
• Inspect incoming goods to ensure quality and consistency with supplier specifications.
• Coordinate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and customer satisfaction.
• Train, supervise, and mentor kitchen staff, including apprentices and junior cooks, to maintain performance standards.
• Assist in staff rostering, performance management, and ensuring adherence to organisational policies and procedures.
• Adapt menus and dishes to accommodate dietary requirements and special requests while maintaining quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement of kitchen operations through feedback, innovation, and efficiency measures.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment at all times.
To be successful in this role, it is essential you have:
• Hold a Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Have at least two years' experience in a professional kitchen, with experience in a supervisory or senior chef role preferred.
• Demonstrate the ability to support the Head Chef in leading, mentoring, and guiding team members within a collaborative environment.
• Assist with administrative responsibilities, including documentation, reporting, and maintaining kitchen records.
• Maintain a strong understanding of compliance requirements, including food safety, workplace health and safety, and relevant regulatory standards.
Join Chutney Bar Mornington, where tradition, flavour, and teamwork combine to deliver exceptional dining experiences.