Senior Sous Chef – Sporting Club Hotel, Brunswick
Who We Are
The Sporting Club Hotel has quickly become a true local favourite since opening nearly two years ago. It's a proper pub, built around good food, a pint with mates, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
We're now entering our next stage of growth with the expansion of the Sporting Club "Backyard". This includes a third bar, a second kitchen, and an additional food offering, significantly increasing the scale and pace of the venue. With this comes higher patronage and the need for strong, capable kitchen leadership.
The Role
We're looking for a Senior Sous Chef to join and strengthen our kitchen leadership team.
Working closely with the Executive Chef, Head Chef, Sous Chef and Junior Sous, this is a key role in driving standards, leading service, and supporting the execution of a larger, more dynamic operation. You will be expected to take real ownership of sections of the business, contribute to decision‐making, and lead from the front during busy service.
This is a hands‐on leadership role suited to someone ready to step beyond a traditional sous chef position.
What You'll Do
Lead daily kitchen operations alongside the Head Chef across multiple service points
Take ownership of key sections of the kitchen, including the new Backyard offering
Menu development and planning with our Exec Chef and Head Chef
Drive consistency, quality, and presentation across all menus
Support menu development and seasonal changes with a focus on scalability
Oversee stock control, ordering, and cost management with robust commercial awareness




Maintain and enforce food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
Mentor and develop junior chefs, building capability and accountability in the team
Take full control of service when required, including deputising for the Head Chef
Work closely with front of house to ensure smooth, coordinated service across the venue
About You
Trade-qualified chef with 4–6+ years' experience, including time in a senior kitchen leadership role
Proven experience in high-volume, fast‐paced kitchens with multiple service streams
Strong leadership presence, able to direct, support, and hold a team accountable
Solid understanding of food cost control, rostering, and kitchen financials
Highly organised, calm under pressure, and solutions‐focused
Passionate about food, produce, and maintaining high standards at scale
Comfortable working with kitchen systems, ordering platforms, and rostering tools
Looking to step into a more senior leadership position with real scope
Why Join Us
Be part of a growing venue entering an exciting expansion phase
Work within a structured and supportive leadership team
Genuine opportunity to step towards Head Chef roles over time
Competitive salary $85,000–$95,000 + superannuation (based on experience)
Full-time role under the Publican.Co Enterprise Agreement *********
Set 38-hour roster with clear structure
Access to Health & Wellbeing Program and Employee Assistance Program
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Applicants must hold full‐time working rights in Australia.
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📌 Senior Sous Chef (Melbourne)
🏢 The Sporting Club Hotel
📍 Melbourne