123 Sous Chef jobs in Australia

**We Put the World on Vacation**
Travel + Leisure Co. is the world's leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, with a dynamic and growing portfolio of resort, travel club, and lifestyle travel brands. Our dedicated associates help the company achieve its mission to put the world on vacation. Innovation and growth keep our work interesting and fun. Every day is a chance to learn something new and turn vacation inspiration into exceptional experiences for millions of travelers worldwide.
**GO BEYOND WHAT'S BEEN DONE BEFORE**
At Travel + Leisure, creativity is contagious. The mood is lighter and the days are brighter. If you have a passion for food and exceeding expectations, then join our Flynns Beach team as the **Sous Chef** today!
**How You'll Shine**
As the Sous Chef, you will be responsible you will be responsible for preparing, producing and presenting all foods according to standard recipes and as directed by the Head Chef and will provide a superior customer experience.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
+ Place highest importance to food safety and hygiene of food preparation as outlined in the HACCP principles and the local guidelines for catering establishments.
+ Prepare, produce and present all foods in accordance with identified Food Hygiene and Health & Safety standards, commonly accepted in the catering industry.
+ Display eagerness to increase food knowledge and skills.
+ Strive to minimize food wastage.
+ Provide an exceptional Guest experience
+ Put forth your input on menus, rosters and any other issues that involves the team
+ Audits Kitchen stock & grocery lines daily & order stock as required
**How You'll Be Rewarded**
Build your career with a value driven organisation that promotes continual growth and development for its people. Some of our many benefits on offer include:
+ Professional development funding
+ Discounted hotel stays across Australia, Fiji, New Zealand
+ Subsidised private health cover*
**What You'll Bring**
To be successful in this role, you will be:
+ Relevant trade qualifications
+ Previous Food & Beverage experience in a Hotel/Resort environment
+ A desire to deliver an exceptional Guest experience
+ An adaptive mindset and vision to deliver a quality product
+ The ability to work a flexible roster, inclusive of nights, weekends and public holidays
**Where Memories Start with You**
Hospitality is at the heart of all we do at Travel + Leisure Co. Here, you'll find an inclusive environment where we deliver excellence and take time to have fun, celebrate together, and support one another. We're always looking ahead to what's next and how we can strengthen our business, its neighboring communities, and the customer experience. Join our global team and build a career where memories start with you.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to , including the title and location of the position for which you are applying.

Your day-to-day
**People**
+ Develop & Write Standard Recipe Cards
+ Prepares detailed on-boarding program for new staff
+ Maintains a comprehensive, current and guest focused set of departmental standards and procedures and oversees their implementation
+ Ensures training needs analysis of kitchen and stewarding staff is carried out and training programs are designed and implemented to meet needs
+ Conducts probation and formal performance appraisal in line with company guidelines
+ Maintains up to date staff records and approves leave requests etc
+ Regularly communicates with staff and maintains good relations
+ Provides direction to the Kitchen helpers, including Commis, Cooks, Kitchen Attendants and Stewards
+ Maintain, promote and monitor the food safety program HACCP
**Responsible Business**
+ Liaison daily with stewarding department to verify equipment requirements for service period, cleanliness and sanitation issues of kitchen and equipment
+ Demonstrate a sound awareness of OHS&W policies and procedures, ensuring the dissemination of information to all team members
+ Champion the identification and reporting of hazards, evaluation or risks, and design and implementation of hazard and control measures
+ Facilitate the reporting and investigation of injuries and illnesses arising from workplace activities, recommending corrective actions to prevent or minimise the chance of recurrence
+ Establish the appointment of a trained health and safety representative, first aid officer and fire wardens for the department, ensuring their active role in the ongoing safety of the department
+ Provide OHS&W Committee representatives with adequate resources including time to actively participate in the committee
+ Provide induction and refresher training to all staff, ensuring their ability to discharge allocated OHS&W responsibilites including: hazards within the workplaces, safe operating procedures, use and maintenance of PPPE and safety equipment and emergency response procedures.
**Guest Experience**
+ Champions the winning ways culture within the hotel to ensure our people are consistently delivering positive guest experiences
+ Develops popular menus offering guests value for money in accordance with IHG guidelines with Senior Chefs
+ Plans and organizes successful Food and Beverage activities in the hotel and externally
+ Co-ordinates and supervises the preparation and presentation of food products to ensure the highest quality at all times
+ Controls and analyzes, on an on-going basis, the level of quality and presentation of food product, the condition and cleanliness of facilities, guest satisfaction and marketing
+ Communicates politely and display courtesy to guests and internal customers
+ Communicates to hiss/her superior any difficulties, guest or internal customer comment and other relevant information
**Financial**
+ Monitors and controls inventories for operating equipment ensure the control and maintenance of par stocks and costs
+ Controls and analyses department costs on an ongoing basis to ensure performance against budget
+ Makes recipes and maintains up-dated and accurate costing of all dishes prepared and sold in the Food Production operation
+ Maintains comprehensive product knowledge including ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets and current trends and make appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations accordingly
+ Monitors local competitors and compare their operation with the hotel Food and Beverage operation
+ Sets standards of all food and equipment purchases in accordance with ICHG guidelines
**What we need from you**
+ Strong - sometimes you'll need to lift, push and pull big objects up to 50lbs (23 kg). This can involve bending and kneeling
+ Literate - you'll need a good grasp of reading, writing and basic maths
+ Flexible - night, weekend and holiday shifts are all part of the job
+ Experienced - 4 years experience as a cook or equivalent combination of experience, shown leadership capability
+ Compliant - you'll be above the minimum age required and fluent in the local language
+ Articulate - a great communicator, you'll be warm, welcoming and easy to talk to
+ Qualified - Certificate III in Commercial Cookery
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Company:
This is one of Townsville's busiest and most popular pub venues, known for its great food, cold drinks, and lively atmosphere. Part of a respected hospitality group, the venue is committed to quality, consistency, and exceptional guest experiences. The kitchen team is passionate, driven, and supportive, with strong leadership and a positive work culture.

About the Role:
As Sous Chef, you will lead and motivate the kitchen team alongside the Head Chef. Oversee stock control, ordering, and supplier management. Ensure consistency and quality in all dishes. Manage service in a busy kitchen during peak periods. Maintain high food safety and hygiene standards. This role would suit someone who who is looking to progress into a Head Chef role in the future.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior CDP in a high-volume kitchen

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and train a team

• Excellent attention to detail and consistency under pressure

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Food safety and hygiene knowledge, with relevant qualifications

Your Benefits and Rewards:

• Salary of $80K + super

• Career progression opportunities within a large hospitality group

• Staff discounts on food, beverage & partner venues

• Ongoing training and development programs

• Positive and supportive kitchen culture

To apply online, please click on the apply button.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Isaac Gorton on *** or ***@frontlinehospitality.com.au

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Fazio's is hiring a Full time Sous Chef role in Hampton, VIC. Apply now to be part of our team.

Job summary:

• Flexible hours available
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Expected salary: $78,000 - $80,000 per year

About Fazio's

Since opening our doors in December 1993 , Fazio’s has proudly called 462 Hampton Street home. With a deep passion for Southern Italian cuisine , we’ve been serving up authentic flavours inspired by family traditions and the rich culinary heritage of Italy’s south.

At Fazio’s, we’re more than just a restaurant — we’re part of the local community . Over the years, we’ve built lasting relationships with our loyal guests, neighbours, and suppliers. We’re equally committed behind the scenes, investing heavily in training and mentoring both our kitchen and front-of-house teams to ensure every dining experience is warm, welcoming, and delicious.

About the role, Fazio’s is seeking an experienced Sous Chef, passionate about Mediterranean/Italian Cuisine to join the kitchen team at our restaurant in Hampton.

As Sous Chef, you will play a key role supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day management of the kitchen, ensuring the highest standards of quality, presentation and service.

This is a full-time, ongoing position. Manage inventory, ordering and kitchen organization Ensure food safety and cleanliness standards always met What we're looking for Minimum 3-5 year's experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent. Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team. Thorough knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure, passion for creating exceptional dining experiences and a commitment to delivering high-quality food. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including: Ongoing training and development opportunities.

Take advantage of a new job in a new and exciting location where you’ll enjoy the benefits a regional role provides.

This role will suit someone who doesn’t shy away from a challenge and who’s excited by a change of scenery. Someone who can be an asset to the team and slot straight into a busy environment.

The successful applicant will be a creative Chef who’ll enjoy complimentary:

• Transport to and from their workplace
• Accommodation
• Meals while on shift
• Ongoing career progression provided by Atlas People

You’ll work alongside the Head chef and be required to run the kitchen regularly on their days off. The venue is a busy and vibrant Venue, which serves bistro style food plus full menu. This is a creative role and provides the right candidate the opportunity to work within an excellent team.

About you

If you are trade qualified with three or more years’ experience, and:

• Possess a strong work ethic and have excellent communication skills
• Can produce consistent quality
• Have a positive and ‘can do’ attitude
• Own traditional uniform and knives
• Have experience in quality a la carte dining
• Have a keen eye with high attention to detail
• Would like to assist with menu planning and suggestions

Then this is the role for you! Please email Your CV, covering Letter and Trade Certificates to ***@atlaspeople.com.au.

About Atlas People

At Atlas People, we believe that people come first. We pride ourselves on the service we give to our clients and candidates. So, if you have a positive outlook and a proven track record this could be the opportunity for you.

** ALL applicants must have full and unrestricted working rights within Australia.
*** Applicants must be willing and able to provide a current National Police Check

Australia: 1300 YES CHEF )
Email: ***@atlaspeople.com.au

New Zealand:
Email: ***@atlaschefs.co.nz

Job Info

Location: LATHLAIN, WA

Salary: Not Specified

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

On behalf of our client Laika Coffee, we are advertising for Sous Chef. Laika Coffee is looking to expand their kitchen team. Open 7 days per week, kitchen service from 6am till 2pm.

We have plenty of room for growth across our group of venues, working along side our executive and head chefs. Our team is our priority, knowing that service is key, we have a strong belief in a good work life balance and try to accomodate this as much as we can. Tasks & Duties:

1. Reporting to the Head Chef you will assist in leading, managing and developing staff in the kitchen 2. Training of Staff 3. Rostering of Staff within Labour budgets

4. Creating & Costing menu items 5. Driving menu updates 6. Management of Food Safety System

7. Assist in maintaining supplier relationships 8. Implement & manage procedures & systems to ensure the kitchen is running to company standards. Skills and Experience:

Suitable candidates must have relevant training qualifications and at least 3 years of working experience. Salary: $76515 p.a. Location of work: Lathlain, WA 6100

McKinnon Hotel on behalf of McKinnon Hotel is hiring a Full time Sous Chef role in McKinnon, VIC. Apply now to be part of our team.

Job summary:

• Flexible hours available
• More than 4 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Expected salary: $80,000 - $85,000 per year

Rustynco is hiring a Full time Sous Chef role in Leichhardt, NSW. Apply now to be part of our team.

Job summary:

• Flexible hours available
• Expected salary: $1 per year

Take advantage of a new job in a new and exciting location where you’ll enjoy the benefits a regional role provides.

This role will suit someone who doesn’t shy away from a challenge and who’s excited by a change of scenery. Someone who can be an asset to the team and slot straight into a busy environment.

The successful applicant will be a creative Chef who’ll enjoy complimentary:

• Transport to and from their workplace
• Accommodation
• Meals while on shift
• Ongoing career progression provided by Atlas People

You’ll work alongside the Head chef and be required to run the kitchen regularly on their days off. The venue is a busy and vibrant Venue, which serves bistro style food plus full menu. This is a creative role and provides the right candidate the opportunity to work within an excellent team.

About you

If you are trade qualified with three or more years’ experience, and:

• Possess a strong work ethic and have excellent communication skills
• Can produce consistent quality
• Have a positive and ‘can do’ attitude
• Own traditional uniform and knives
• Have experience in quality a la carte dining
• Have a keen eye with high attention to detail
• Would like to assist with menu planning and suggestions

Then this is the role for you! Please email Your CV, covering Letter and Trade Certificates to ***@atlaspeople.com.au.

About Atlas People

At Atlas People, we believe that people come first. We pride ourselves on the service we give to our clients and candidates. So, if you have a positive outlook and a proven track record this could be the opportunity for you.

** ALL applicants must have full and unrestricted working rights within Australia.
*** Applicants must be willing and able to provide a current National Police Check

Australia: 1300 YES CHEF )
Email: ***@atlaspeople.com.au

New Zealand:
Email: ***@atlaschefs.co.nz