About the role The St Kilda Hotel is seeking a talented and experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team in St Kilda. This is a full-time position that plays a crucial role in the kitchen, working closely with our Head Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

As Sous

Chef, you will be responsible for supervising kitchen operations, maintaining food quality standards, and leading a team of kitchen staff. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise and contribute to our reputation as a premier dining destination.

Key responsibilities

- Assist the Head Chef in menu planning, recipe development and culinary innovation
- Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest standards
- Supervise, train and mentor junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and professional kitchen environment
- Manage food preparation, cooking techniques and plating to ensure consistency and quality
- Monitor inventory levels, food costs and stock rotation to minimise waste
- Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards at all times

What we're looking for

- Proficiency in a range of cooking techniques, cuisines and food preparation methods
- Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff
- Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high food quality standards
- Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations and best practices




- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure

What we offer At The St Kilda Hotel, we are committed to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace for our team.

We offer competitive remuneration packages commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our benefits include opportunities for ongoing professional development and culinary training to help you advance your career. We foster a collaborative kitchen culture where creativity and excellence are valued.

We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling where possible. Our team enjoys staff meals, access to industry events and networking opportunities, and a workplace where your contributions are genuinely recognised and appreciated.

About us The St Kilda Hotel is recently family owned and operated and has started in a fresh direction. We are building the food service from the ground up as we look for keen staff to help us on this journey to become one of the great pubs near the northern suburbs. Our focus is on outstanding food with country hospitality.

Apply now

If you are a passionate and experienced Sous Chef looking for an exciting opportunity to make your mark in a respected culinary environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and references from previous employers. Join the team at The St Kilda Hotel and be part of something extraordinary.

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