Sous Chef
Visa sponsorship
Hospitality · Melbourne, VIC, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
Help lead an established Melbourne Italian kitchen, with fresh pasta central to the menu. The venue is seeking a Sous Chef or a capable Chef de Partie ready to progress. You will support the Head Chef across daily operations, preparation, team development, specials and menu ideas.
Visa sponsorship opportunities are available to eligible applicants.
An English CV should demonstrate fresh pasta preparation and readiness to lead a kitchen. prepare an Italian Sous Chef CV highlighting fresh pasta with examples of delegation, junior staff support and running service. Identify when you have taken responsibility in the Head Chef's absence.
Key Responsibilities
- Help coordinate and lead daily kitchen work and take charge when the Head Chef is away.
- Assist recruitment, training and development of junior staff and oversee preparation and service of fresh pasta dishes.
- Maintain consistent food preparation and presentation, planning daily preparation and allocating staff duties.
- Monitor workflow and peak service, contribute specials and menu ideas and cover sections as needed.
- Keep the kitchen safe, clean and organised and help manage ingredients and stock.
Requirements & Eligibility
- Strong fresh pasta preparation skills, with 2–3 years of Sous Chef experience or proven readiness to progress from a senior Chef de Partie position.
- Experience supervising or supporting junior chefs and strong leadership and communication.
- Able to run a fast-paced kitchen, with good organisation and delegation.
- Highly reliable and professional, focused strongly on consistent food quality.
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