Sous Chef - Mille Vini - Wallace MV Holdings PTY LTD
About Us - The Venue
Our venue in Surry Hills has been a local favorite for over a decade, now a local institution. Dishing up modern Italian dishes & boasting a fantastic wine list. With a capacity for 60 seated guests, we are a boutique personalized & intimate venue. The service style is casual but professional table service, which is polished, relaxed & intuitive.
Located in the bustling historic area of Crown Street, Mille Vini is best known for a great date night location.
Our menu rotates often, using amazing ingredients from our experienced head chef.
The Role
You will work closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team to create and execute a menu that celebrates fresh, high-quality, and seasonal produce. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone with a passion for Italian cuisine and an eagerness to help lead the kitchen with innovation and precision.
Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting all aspects of the venue opening
- Assisting with research and development of new dishes, products, and produce
- Leading the kitchen team on a daily basis during service
- Training and mentoring junior kitchen staff
- Managing kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef
- Overseeing kitchen cleanliness and ensuring adherence to food safety regulations
- Assisting with stock control and ordering supplies
- Contributing to menu development that aligns with the brand and seasonal offerings
- Supporting the team in maintaining high standards of food quality and service
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
- A passion for Italian cuisine and fresh produce
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and guide a kitchen team
- Experience in creating and developing dishes
- An understanding of COGS and managing kitchen budgets
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
- A proactive and hands-on approach to problem-solving and ensuring smooth kitchen operations
- A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of food safety and cleanliness
- Experience in managing suppliers and inventory control
We are a hospitality-focused group with future venues in the works. You will be working alongside a highly experienced venue manager and ownership team.
Feel free to reach out and start your current journey by joining us in opening this exciting new venue in the CBD!