Annata Restaurant and Wine Bar – St Leonards Park NSW

Working closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. This is a hands-on position suited to a chef who enjoys being on the pass, cooking service and helping develop the people around them. Annata is a produce-driven restaurant with a strong focus on seasonal Australian ingredients, modern cooking, wine and genuine hospitality.

Key responsibilities

- Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day running of the kitchen
- Leading service and maintaining high standards of food quality and consistency
- Assisting with menu development and seasonal changes
- Training and mentoring junior chefs
- Ensuring prep, ordering and kitchen organisation are maintained to a high standard
- Maintaining solid food safety, cleanliness and kitchen standards
- Helping manage food costs and minimise waste
- Stepping into the Head Chef's role when required

About you

- Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong experience as a senior Chef de Partie
- Confident running a busy service
- Genuine passion for quality produce and cooking
- Takes pride in consistency, cleanliness and attention to detail




- Calm and positive leader in a busy kitchen
- Enjoys teaching and developing other chefs
- Organised and understands the importance of food costs and kitchen systems
- Good understanding of cooking techniques and seasonal produce

About us

- 70 seat restaurant (between 25-100 covers a day) open Tuesday - Saturday evenings and Friday & Saturday Lunches, serving a mix of A la carte and Set menus.
- Team of about 8 chefs with most being long tenured employees and a head chef coming up to 9 years with the business
- Monthly Special events (Wine dinners, Private events, Wine Tastings and Celebrations)
- A supportive and experienced kitchen team
- Opportunity to work closely with the Head Chef
- Involvement in menu development and seasonal changes
- Opportunities for professional development and progression
- A quality-focused kitchen with a strong emphasis on produce and cooking
- Staff meals and staff benefits
- A positive workplace where your ideas and contribution are valued
- A relaxed yet professional workplace
- Generous Tips
- Flexible roster of 7 shifts across 5 days

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📌 Sous Chef (Sydney)
🏢 Annata Restaurant and wine bar
📍 Sydney