Sonoma Bakery Rose Bay is dedicated to serving the community with artisan sourdough, exceptional food, and specialty coffee. We’re seeking a self-motivated, dynamic Chef de Partie / Sous Chef who brings a genuine passion for food, hospitality, and quality.

This role is based at our Rose Bay Bakery Cafe and suits a confident café chef ready to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced, values-driven kitchen.

Role Details:

- Position: Chef de Partie / Sous Chef
- Location: Rose Bay, 2029
- Hours: Daytime shifts (approx. 6:30am – 3:00pm), weekends essential
- Employment Type: Full-time or Part-time

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare, cook, and present high-quality, produce-driven dishes
- Ability to manage daily kitchen operations and drive service flow during busy periods
- Ensure consistency, quality, and presentation across all dishes
- Manage prep efficiently to ensure service readiness
- Maintain food safety, hygiene, and WHS standards at all times
- Assist with stock control, ordering, and minimising waste
- Work closely with senior chefs and support junior team members
- Contribute positively to a calm, organised, and collaborative kitchen culture

About You

- Previous experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or Senior Sous Chef is essential
- Background in a bakery café, restaurant,



or fast-paced service environment
- Strong technical cookery skills with an eye for detail and presentation
- Able to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Ability to manage a team of junior chefs
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance standards
- A self-motivated team player with a positive, proactive attitude
- Passion for quality ingredients, artisan bread, and excellent food

Please note, only those who are shortlisted for this exciting role will be contacted within two weeks of your application.

Thank you for considering a career with Sonoma Baking Company.

What we offer:

- Staff discounts
- Daytime hours supporting work–life balance
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Supportive, values-driven team environment

Requirements

- Minimum 3 years kitchen experience
- Availability for weekends and public holidays
- Right to work in Australia
- Ability to reliably commute to Rose Bay, 2029

If you’re passionate about food and ready to grow your career with a respected bakery brand, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Employee discount

Work Location: In person

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