Junior Sous Chef

Salter Brothers Hospitality; Maleny; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts across properties

Friends and family discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Salter Brothers Hospitality is seeking a passionate Junior Sous Chef to join the culinary team at Spicers Tamarind Retreat. Working closely with the Executive Chef and Head Chef, you will support day-to-day kitchen leadership and help deliver exceptional dining experiences across all outlets.

With a minimum of 2 years as Senior Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef in high-end settings, you will lead, mentor and develop team members, manage stock and food cost, and ensure compliance with food

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as Senior Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef in a high-end restaurant/hotel/resort.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations including ordering, stock control and rostering.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop team members.
• Passion for high-quality food and memorable guest experiences.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills for a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work rotating rosters including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the kitchen team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
• Oversee kitchen operations in the absence of senior chefs and maintain operational excellence.
• Collaborate with Executive/Head Chef on innovative menus and ensure consistent quality and presentation.
• Coordinate with Front of House to deliver seamless service and guest experiences.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and WHS standards.

Skills

Team leadership

Kitchen operations

Food safety

Communication

Job description

We're seeking a passionate and driven Junior Sous Chef to join the culinary team at Spicers Tamarind Retreat.

Working closely with the Executive Chef and Head Chef, you will play a key role in delivering exceptional dining experiences while supporting the day-to-day leadership of the kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Chef de Partie ready to take the next step in their career, or an established Junior Sous Chef seeking a new challenge.

About Spicers Tamarind Retreat

Situated next to Gardners Falls in the stunning hinterland region of the Sunshine Coast, Spicers Tamarind Retreat is an Asian influenced refuge, surrounded by natural beauty and healing calm.

At Spicers Tamarind Retreat, every effort has been made to create an environment that draws on the natural serenity of its unique setting, combining the tranquility of the Australian rainforest with a taste of Asia. With stunning grounds and award winning cuisine, the retreat offers a truly relaxing and original experience.

The role and key duties

Assisting in the leadership of the kitchen team to deliver exceptional, memorable and profitable dining experiences aligned with the vision of the resort.

Delivering outstanding food experiences across all outlets, including restaurant dining, weddings, functions, conferences, events and bespoke guest experiences.

Collaborating with the Executive Chef and Head Chef in the development and execution of innovative menus, ensuring consistency in quality, presentation and flavour.

Training, mentoring and developing culinary team members to foster a high-performing kitchen culture.

Overseeing kitchen operations in the absence of senior chefs and maintaining operational excellence.

Working closely with Front of House teams to ensure seamless service and an exceptional guest experience.

Maintaining clear and effective communication across the kitchen team to support smooth daily operations.

Ensuring compliance with all food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards.

Supporting senior kitchen leaders in achieving operational, financial and guest satisfaction objectives across the hotel.

Essential criteria required to be considered

Minimum 2 years' experience as a Senior Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef within a high-end restaurant, hotel or resort environment.

Strong understanding of kitchen operations, including ordering, stock control, stocktakes, rostering and food cost management.

Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop team members.

Passion for producing high-quality food and memorable guest experiences.

Excellent organisational and communication skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene and WHS requirements.

Flexibility to work a rotating roster including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Salter Brothers Hospitality Benefits

Huge range of discounts across our entire portfolio of luxury hotels and retreats including accommodation, F&B and Spa discounts;

Friends and family discounts;

Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP);

Caring and progressive culture where all team members are celebrated & recognised regularly;

Opportunities for career development and mobility across our 19 Australian properties (and growing!).