Pony Dining has been burning in the heart of The Rocks since **** and with the Group now expanding now into Barangaroo, big changes are on the horizon.
Among the first kitchens in Sydney to build a serious culinary identity around wood fire, the restaurant has spent two decades refining what it means to cook over flame, dry-aged beef, live fire, Australian produce, and a discipline that comes from doing one thing exceptionally well for a very long time.
This is a role for a technically strong cook who is ready to take the next step into kitchen leadership.
Working directly under the Executive Head Chef Neil Nolan, the Senior Sous Chef bridges the pass and the sections, supporting daily operations, developing the team around them, and holding the standard when it matters most.
If you are ready to lead as well as cook, this is your opportunity.
Kitchen Operations & Service
Support the Head Chef in leading services from the pass and across all sections
Maintain a high standard of mise en place and station readiness before every service
Step up to lead the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence
Culinary Standards
Execute the food programme with precision and consistency across every service
Demonstrate strong knowledge of technique, produce, and the story behind every dish
Contribute to a culture of excellence, discipline, and care in every aspect of kitchen output
Team Support & Development
Guide and support Chef de Parties and commis cooks throughout service




Assist with onboarding and training of new kitchen team members
Reinforce standards, workflows, and accountability across the kitchen
Operations & Compliance
Assist with ordering, stock rotation, and waste management under the direction of the Head Chef
Uphold all food safety, HACCP, and WHS standards without exception
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organisation throughout service and pack-down
We Are Looking For
Experience in a premium or hatted venue
Deep knowledge of fire-based cooking techniques, premium produce, and modern Australian cuisine
Strong technical skills and a genuine passion for fire-driven, produce-led cooking
Emerging leadership ability with the confidence to guide a team under pressure
Organised, reliable, and highly attentive to detail
What Success Looks Like
Your sections are consistently ready, organised, and performing to standard before service begins
The team around you is guided, supported, and held to a clear standard on every shift
Food quality and consistency are maintained whether the Head Chef is on the pass or not
You are growing into a leadership presence the kitchen responds to with confidence
Why Join the Opening Team
This is an chance to join a growing Sydney hospitality group from day one.
Working alongside an experienced culinary team, helping shape the kitchen culture, and delivering food that sets a new benchmark for modern Australian dining.
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📌 Senior Sous Chef (New South Wales)
🏢 Pony Dining the Rocks
📍 New South Wales