Junior Sous Chef Production for High-Volume Events

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney); Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily meals

Discounted car parking

Paid wellbeing leave

Volunteer leave

Parental leave

Purchased leave

Novated leasing

Salary sacrificing options

Health insurance offers

Exclusive event tickets

Birthday pastry

Professional development opportunities

Work-life balance and flexible work

Job summary

ICC Sydney is seeking a motivated Junior Sous Chef - Production to join our world-class culinary brigade. You will supervise and manage all aspects of food preparation for events, in collaboration with senior chefs, ensuring food quality and ISO 22000 compliance.

You will lead production teams across sections, assist with rostering, and uphold strict safety and cost practices while showcasing fresh, seasonal produce and a high-performance culture in a vibrant, inclusive venue.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a high-volume environment.
• Current working knowledge of the hospitality, convention, and exhibition industry.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Adaptable to changing situations while maintaining the highest quality of product and other established standards.
• Ability to work with minimal external assistance.
• True passion for food and an unrelenting drive to provide exceptional event guest experiences.
• An ability to maintain safety standards and to abide by HACCP.
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
• Valid working rights in Australia.
• You must be 18 years or over.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee team member management within the Production kitchen.
• Deliver a high standard of preparation for all events and manage teams in several sections simultaneously.
• Assist with schedules, rostering and food preparation at our world-class standards.
• Ensure strict food safety standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques are established and monitored to meet ICC Sydney Brand Standard guidelines and maintained at that level.
• Embrace our Feeding Your Performance philosophy with a focus on fresh, seasonal, and local artisan produce.
• Lead, motivate and engage team members to ensure a high-performance culture.
• Effectively manage the day-to-day operation of the Production kitchen, and have basic knowledge of food cost, portion control, labour cost, productivity, and wastage.

Skills

High-volume kitchen experience

Clear communication

Adaptability

Self-motivation

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

ICC Sydney is seeking a motivated Junior Sous Chef - Production to join our world-class culinary brigade. You will supervise and manage all aspects of food preparation for events, in collaboration with senior chefs, ensuring food quality and ISO 22000 compliance.

You will lead production teams across sections, assist with rostering, and uphold strict safety and cost practices while showcasing fresh, seasonal produce and a high-performance culture in a vibrant, inclusive venue.