Are you an experienced Chef ready to take the next step in your career?

Raiders Gungahlin, part of the Canberra Raiders Sports Club Group is a nationally recognised brand, setting a benchmark in catering and customer service.

We are searching for a passionate, driven, and hardworking Sous Chef. This is an excellent opportunity for a chef who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in producing quality food and is ready to play a key leadership role within a busy kitchen operation.

About the Role

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help lead the kitchen team and ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen across busy lunch and dinner services.

You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, cleanliness and food safety, while supporting the team to deliver an excellent experience for our members and guests.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist the Head Chef with the day-to-day operation of the kitchen

- Lead and motivate the kitchen team during busy services

- Ensure food is prepared, cooked and presented to a consistently high standard

- Maintain efficient kitchen flow and service times

- Assist with menu preparation, specials and recipe development

- Monitor food quality, portion control and presentation

- Assist with ordering, stock control and stock rotation

- Help manage food costs and minimise waste

- Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards

- Ensure cleaning and kitchen maintenance standards are consistently maintained

- Train, mentor and support other chefs and kitchen staff

- Step up and take responsibility for the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence

- Work collaboratively with front-of-house and club management

- Lead by example and contribute to a positive, professional kitchen culture

About You

We are looking for someone who:





- Has proven experience as a Sous Chef, Chef de Partie or Senior Chef in a busy kitchen

- Has experience working in a high-volume club, restaurant, hotel or similar environment

- Is confident running a busy service and leading a team

- Has strong organisational and communication skills

- Has a genuine passion for quality food and presentation

- Understands food costs, stock control and portion management

- Has a strong understanding of food safety principles

- Can remain calm and organised under pressure

- Is reliable, punctual and takes pride in their work

- Is willing to get hands-on and lead from the front

- Has a positive attitude and enjoys working as part of a team

Why join the Raiders Gungahlin

- Opportunity to help lead an exciting and evolving food & beverage offering.

- Be part of a large group organisation.

- Supportive leadership team and positive workplace culture.

- Competitive salary package and staff benefits.

- Growth opportunities and long-term leadership opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience Required

- Trade-qualified Chef (Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).

- Minimum 2 years’ experience in senior kitchen leadership roles.

- Current Food Safety Supervisor certification (or willingness to obtain).

- Strong understanding of HACCP, WHS, and food safety compliance.

- Australian working rights required.

If you are a driven culinary professional looking for your next leadership opportunity in a dynamic and exciting environment, we would love to hear from you.

We are also currently seeking casual chefs to join our catering team (please specify if you are looking for a casual position or the full-time Sous chef position in your cover letter).

Please send your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining what you can bring to the role to:

******@raidersgroup.com.au

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