About the role

Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, leading the team through busy services and ensuring consistently high standards across food quality, presentation and safety.

Key responsibilities

- Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations

- Leading, motivating and developing the kitchen team

- Delivering consistently high-quality food and presentation

- Managing service across busy periods

- Assisting with ordering, stock control and minimising wastage

- Maintaining food safety, hygiene and compliance standards

- Supporting menu preparation and execution

- Ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently and professionally

- Creating a positive, team-oriented kitchen culture

About you

- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef ready for the next step

- Relevant commercial cookery qualifications

- Strong leadership and communication skills

- Excellent knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance

- Experience with stock management, ordering and cost control

- The ability to remain organised and calm during high-volume service

- A genuine passion for quality food and hospitality

- Australian working rights

📌 Sous Chef (Rottnest Island)
🏢 The Lodge Wadjemup
📍 Rottnest Island