Sous Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Sydney, NSW, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
Looking for a kitchen that never sits still? A Sydney restaurant and pub running at high volume wants a Sous Chef to join its young, energetic and passionate crew. The Sous Chef is the Head Chef's right hand, helping to train and grow the cooks.
Each day centres on a consistent, high-quality product and on helping the Head Chef hold food and staff costs steady. There is a route to sponsorship for the right candidate.
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Key Responsibilities
- Help shape menus built on seasonal local produce, costed to fit the forecast budget
- Own the kitchen's daily culinary operations, covering ordering, staffing and food safety, as the Head Chef's support and as the leader when they are away
- Oversee food preparation and presentation so the venue's quality standards are met
- Run busy services effectively and efficiently
- Hold labour, product and operating expenses within budget, guided by the Head Chef and management
- Monitor, evaluate and adjust the quality and consistency of food and product delivery, and train and develop the kitchen team
Requirements & Eligibility
- Sous Chef experience in a comparable restaurant or pub
- A background in a high-volume restaurant or pub
- Able to help the Head Chef manage and monitor food and labour budgets
- Effective leadership, including training and mentoring staff, with a demonstrated record of keeping food standards high and consistent while following HACCP procedures
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