Sous Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Melbourne, VIC, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
Fresh pasta is the signature of this long-running Italian kitchen in Melbourne, which is searching for a Sous Chef. A talented Chef de Partie who is ready to move up is also welcome to put their name forward. Working beside the Head Chef, you would have real influence on how the kitchen runs, how the team grows and what goes into the specials and the menu.
Strong pasta experience is highly valued. Eligible applicants can access visa sponsorship opportunities.
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Key Responsibilities
- Share the leadership of daily kitchen operations, and take charge when the Head Chef is away
- Help recruit and train junior staff and develop their skills
- Supervise the making and serving of fresh pasta dishes
- Hold preparation and presentation to a steady standard
- Plan each day's prep, assign tasks to the team and monitor workflow and service during peak times
- Suggest creative ideas for specials and for menu development
- Step into other kitchen sections when needed
- Keep the kitchen clean, safe and orderly, and help manage stock and ingredients
Requirements & Eligibility
- Solid skill in preparing fresh pasta
- Sous Chef experience of 2–3 years, or demonstrated readiness to progress from a senior Chef de Partie role
- Has supervised or supported junior chefs
- Strong leadership and communication
- Can run a fast-paced kitchen, with sound organisational and delegation skills
- Highly reliable and professional, focused on food quality and consistency
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