Junior Sous Chef | Quality-Driven Eastern Suburbs Pub | $80-85K + Super

JRM Hospitality Recruitment - Connecting Hospitality Talent with Exceptional Opportunities

- $80,000-$85,000 + superannuation

- 38-42-hour working week with genuine work-life balance

- Ambitious Head Chef, supportive culture and career progression

The Opportunity

JRM Hospitality is seeking an ambitious and passionate Junior Sous Chef to join a well-established neighbourhood pub in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.

This is an excellent chance to work alongside a talented and driven Head Chef who takes genuine pride in his cooking and is committed to elevating the standards of traditional pub dining.

The menu combines much-loved pub classics with contemporary Australian bistro cooking, quality produce and international influences. The focus is on delivering honest, flavour-driven food with excellent technique, consistency and attention to detail.

You'll join a close-knit brigade of 5-7 chefs in a kitchen that values teamwork, professionalism and a positive working environment.

The Role

Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll help drive daily service standards, support the brigade and contribute to the ongoing development of the kitchen.

Key responsibilities include:

- Supporting the Head Chef in delivering consistently high-quality food.

- Leading by example during preparation and busy services.

- Maintaining excellent standards of presentation, organisation and food safety.

- Supporting, mentoring and motivating junior chefs.

- Contributing ideas to menu development and daily specials.

- Helping maintain a respectful, efficient and enjoyable kitchen environment.

About You





We're looking for an honest, hardworking and ambitious chef who takes pride in their craft and is excited about developing their leadership skills.

Ideally, you'll bring:

- Experience as a strong Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a quality-focused kitchen.

- A solid foundation in contemporary Australian, bistro or elevated pub cooking.

- Strong technical skills and an appreciation for quality ingredients.

- A hands-on approach, positive attitude and willingness to learn.

- The confidence to take responsibility and support a small brigade.

- Full Australian working rights - essential.

What's on Offer
- $80,000-$85,000 + superannuation & tips

- 38-42 hours per week, offering genuine work-life balance.

- Work alongside a skilled and ambitious Head Chef who values quality cooking.

- A positive, respectful kitchen culture with supportive leadership.

- Opportunities to contribute creatively and develop your management skills.

- A stable, established venue with an evolving food offering.

- Genuine career progression for the right candidate.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Chef de Partie ready to take the next step, or a Junior Sous Chef looking for a better working environment without compromising your passion for cooking, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact JRM Hospitality for a confidential discussion about this chance.

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📌 Junior Sous Chef (New South Wales)
🏢 JRM Hospitality
📍 New South Wales