Sous Chef Role – Red Hill Epicurean Pty Ltd
Location:Mornington Peninsula Region
Position:Sous Chef
Employment Type:Full-time
Note:This is a genuinely hands-on role.
This position is not suitable for office-based or delegate-only Chefs.
Applicants must be comfortable leading from the pass and actively participating in kitchen operations daily.
About Red Hill Epicurean Pty Ltd
Red Hill Epicurean Pty Ltd is ahigh-volume, premium Italian dining venuelocated in the heart of the Mornington Peninsula.
The venue delivers consistent, elevated Italian cuisine at scale, supported by strong systems, disciplined execution, and close relationships with leading regional producers and suppliers.
The Opportunity
We are seeking acareer-focused Chefto assist the head chef to lead the culinary and operational performance of a large, fast-paced Italian kitchen.
This is agenuinely hands-on role, requiring daily involvement in food preparation, service leadership, and pass control.
The successful candidate will lead from the front, set the pace on the floor, and maintain standards through direct engagement with the kitchen team.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Head chef to lead a high-volume premium Italian kitchen with a strong focus on consistency and execution
Assist the Head chef to operate all kitchen management systems including rostering, ordering, cost control, and compliance
Assist the Head chef to train, mentor, and retain a large kitchen brigade, fostering accountability and stability
Maintain food quality and presentation standards across different venues during busy service periods
Work closely with senior management and front-of-house leadership to ensure seamless service delivery




Uphold all food safety, OH&S;, and workplace compliance standards
Work at sister venue located in Mornington
About You
Proven experience as an experienced Chef in a large, fast-paced hospitality operation
Demonstrated history in assisting senior chefs, including active service on the pass and in production
Strong kitchen management capability, including ordering, cost control, and systems implementation
Excellent people leadership skills with a proven ability to train, and retain kitchen teams
Calm, structured, and decisive leadership style during high-volume service periods
Demonstrated ability to personally uphold consistency and standards through direct involvement
Italian cuisine experience strongly preferred, with a solid understanding of traditional techniques and contemporary execution
Passion for seasonal, regional produce and up-to-date Australian–Italian cuisine
High personal standards of organisation, cleanliness, and professionalism
Ability to perform consistently in a high-expectation service environment
Proficient in food safety standards, HACCP principles, and workplace health & safety regulations
Excellent time management and problem-solving skills to effectively oversee kitchen operations
Must hold valid Australian work rights
What We Offer
Competitive salary package aligned with senior operational responsibility
A stable, long-term role suited to an experienced Chef seeking longevity
Supportive ownership with a strong focus on systems, planning, and sustainability
A premium venue with volume, structure, and clear operational expectations
Peninsula lifestyle with a more balanced approach than many metropolitan high-volume roles
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