Junior Sous Chef, Production – High-Volume Events

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney); Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free daily meals

Discounted car parking

Paid wellbeing leave

Parental leave

Novated leasing options

Health insurance offers

Job summary

ICC Sydney is seeking a motivated Junior Sous Chef - Production to join our renowned culinary brigade. You will assist the Executive Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine, supervising all aspects of live event food production while maintaining ISO 22000 compliance and brand standards.

You will lead a production kitchen team, manage schedules, ensure high-quality preparation, and uphold strict safety and portioning controls.

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.
• 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, including basics of food cost, portion control, labour cost, productivity and wastage.

Skills

High-volume environment

Hospitality industry knowledge

Clear communication

Adaptability

Independence

Passion for food

Food safety HACCP

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Working rights in Australia

18+ years old

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

ICC Sydney is seeking a motivated Junior Sous Chef - Production to join our renowned culinary brigade. You will assist the Executive Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine, supervising all aspects of live event food production while maintaining ISO 22000 compliance and brand standards.

You will lead a production kitchen team, manage schedules, ensure high-quality preparation, and uphold strict safety and portioning controls.