Help us open the doors to Carlton North’s newest local.

The Rathdowne is a new boutique pub opening soon in Carlton North. Owned and run by a local couple, we’re continuing a family tradition of running pubs and creating a cosy neighbourhood local. A place for quality food, great drinks and warm hospitality.

Our menu will focus on pub classics with a Mediterranean influence, and we’re looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our kitchen team from the beginning.

About the role

Working closely with the Head Chef and owners, you’ll play an important role in establishing the kitchen and helping deliver a high-quality food offering across lunch and dinner service.

You’ll support the day-to-day running of the kitchen, lead the team during service and help create a positive, organised and supportive kitchen environment.

Key responsibilities

- Working closely with the Head Chef and owners to ensure the kitchen operates as an integral part of the wider venue

- Supporting the Head Chef with menu preparation, seasonal specials and recipe development

- Assisting the Head Chef to lead the kitchen team ensuring food is consistently prepared and presented to a high standard

- Supporting the training, development and day-to-day management of kitchen team

- Assisting with ordering, stock control, food costs and kitchen labour





- Maintaining efficient kitchen systems and procedures

- Ensuring food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards are maintained

- Supporting a positive and respectful kitchen culture

About you

- Experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef in a pub, bistro or similar venue

- Strong understanding of kitchen operations and service

- Confident leading a team during busy service

- Valuable knowledge of ordering, stock control and food costs

- A collaborative approach and willingness to work closely with the Head Chef and owners

- A commitment to quality, consistency and food safety

- Relevant trade qualifications and food safety certificates

- Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays as required

Why join us?

- Be part of opening a brand-new venue from day one

- Work alongside a supportive and experienced management team

- Opportunity to have a genuine input into establishing the kitchen and food offering

- A positive workplace where your ideas and experience will make a difference

- Staff meals and discounts

- Flexible rostering

If you’re an experienced Sous Chef looking for your next opportunity and want to help build a new local from the ground up, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a few words about yourself.

📌 Sous Chef (Carlton North)
🏢 The Rathdowne
📍 Carlton North