About the business

"The Boot Factory" is a retro fit cafe/eatery in Melbourne's north setting high standards of food service and hospitality. By day the cafe operates as The Boot Factory, transforming on selected nights (currently Friday/Saturady) to evening dinner at Harper and Sole.

We provide significant focus on constantly revising our offering and take pride in the continued development of menus that excite both ourselves and our clientele.

About the role

We are seeking a talented qualified candidate for the role of Sous-Chef to provide leadership across both day and night offerings.

We're on the hunt for an experienced Sous Chef with 2-4 years previous experience in a similar role, and the ability to work all sections of the kitchen with confidence.

Key responsibilities:

- Ensure food standards, preparation, presentation, hygiene, and cooking techniques maintain guidelines
- Cultivate a positive work environment, ability to train, mentor and inspire staff
- Provide creative input into all menu offerings
- Participate with head Chef in costings, stocktake and food cost matters
- Availability across 7 days including PH

Advantages and Perks





- Excellent salary and working environment
- Consistent rostering and work life balance
- Opportunity for career growth
- Supportive team culture, excellent work environment
- Close to public transport, iconic location

Skills and experience

- Previous experience as a Junior Sous or Sous Chef in a fast paced venue, ability to multi task
- Strong communication skills within a team culture
- Creatively driven and curious, experienced with functions/events, menu development
- High standard of food presentation and productivity

Suitable applicants will be contacted for a brief phone interview before proceeding to further interviews and reference checking.

The application form will include these questions:

- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a sous chef?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Employee discount

Work Location: In person

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