One of Brisbane’s leading restaurants is seeking a Sous Chef to assist the Head Chef in all kitchen operations. Easily one of the most Instagramed restaurants in Brisbane, with both food and views competing for attention, this is where style meets substance.
An array of hats awarded to this hospitality group over the last few years has seen them balance quality with high volume. Now with 6 venues across 3 states they offer top talent long term career opportunities to help maintain core values and facilitate growth.
About the opportunity
This is great for an experienced Junior Sous or Sous Chef. It will reward the right person with a highly organised and professional team, in an environment that encourages support and a go-getter attitude, with ego free team culture.
You'll have a decent size team to manage and motivate, along with maintaining the level of efficiency required in a high volume environment. You’ll be expected to work closely with the team and run services, as well as forming a close relationship with the Head Chef, who's very fair and approachable.
This is high quality food so requires good technique and attention to detail. It's European with a modern playful spin on the more traditional.
Duties and responsibilities will include the following:
Ordering, stock takes etc
Responsibilities for food and labour costs
Hands-on running of the kitchen
Leadership and training of staff
Working collaboratively with management, especially Head Chef
Creating a positive working workplace
About you
This role requires a person with confidence in their own ability. Previous experience working in a busy venue is preferable. Ideally, you'll be someone who always remains calm in any situation and is a natural motivator.
Ideally you'll have at least 2-3 years experience at a Junior Sous or Sous Chef level Being able to meet the expectations of both the business and the customers is a pre-requisite. This will suit a Chef who is career hungry and focused, someone who can display excellent 'natural' leadership skills.
Perfect for someone with a background from either hatted style restaurants or more casual/premum with a focus on good technique and high quality produce. Some European/Italian experience is essential.
Rewards
A salary of up to $90K+S will be rewarded for the right candidate, with the required skills and experience. Also the chance to work for a group, where the career opportunities are plentiful for a successful Chef.
You'll be expected to work around 42 hours each week on average, with overtime paid for any extra hours, over 45. Also the opportunity to have extra evenings off, mainly just working 2-3 evenings a week. A generous tip structure for the kitchen is also part of the group's culture.
📌 Sous Chef, Leading Brisbane Restaurant Group, to $1500 Weekly Take Home
🏢 Placed Recruitment QLD
📍 Brisbane