Sous Chef | Full Time – Marryatville Hotel

The Marryatville Hotel has become one of Adelaide’s standout hospitality destinations, earning a strong reputation for exceptional food, premium wines, and memorable functions and events. As our venue continues to grow, we’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef who leads from the front, thrives in a busy, high-performing kitchen, and is passionate about delivering outstanding food experiences.

If you're ready to take ownership, support a talented kitchen team, and play a key role in an exciting food-focused venue, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and growing hospitality group.

About the Role

As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, drive consistency across all services, and support the continued growth of the venue's food offering. This is a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced environment that caters to a busy restaurant, functions, events, and premium dining experiences.

Key responsibilities include:

- Supporting the Head Chef in leading and developing a high-performing kitchen team

- Ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality food across restaurant, functions, and event services

- Leading kitchen operations and service periods in the Head Chef's absence

- Support in managing stock control, ordering, rostering, and minimising wastage

- Training, mentoring, and inspiring junior chefs and kitchen team members

- Maintaining food safety, hygiene, and compliance standards at all times

- Assisting with menu development, seasonal offerings, and continuous improvement initiatives

- Driving a positive, professional, and team-focused kitchen culture in a high-volume environment

About You

You're an experienced and capable chef who enjoys leading from the front and setting high standards. You thrive under pressure,



have a genuine passion for food, and take pride in creating exceptional dining experiences while developing those around you.

We're looking for someone with:

- Proven experience as a Sous Chef or experienced Junior Sous Chef in a high-volume venue

- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a kitchen team

- Excellent technical cooking skills and attention to detail

- Experience delivering quality food across à la carte, functions, and events

- Strong understanding of food safety, kitchen systems, and operational planning

- Ability to perform under pressure in a busy and demanding kitchen environment

- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to leadership

- Flexibility to work across a 7-day roster including nights, weekends, and public holidays

What We Offer

We're committed to creating a workplace where our people feel supported, valued, and able to grow their careers in hospitality.

- A great team culture and a venue you'll be proud to be part of

- Access to a complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support wellbeing

- Career progression across a growing hospitality group

- Ongoing training and development opportunities

- The chance to work in a highly regarded food-focused venue with a growing reputation

- Group-wide discounts and perks

Find Your Place at Piermount

At Piermount Services, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where individuality is respected and valued. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of individual background or lived experience.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We aim to respond to all applications, regardless of the outcome. Due to the volume of submissions, some responses may be automated. We genuinely appreciate the time you've taken to research and apply.

📌 Sous Chef (Adelaide)
🏢 Marryatville Hotel
📍 Adelaide