Lead Italian Kitchen: Head Chef / Senior Sous Chef

Pasticceria Papa; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Autonomy to lead kitchen

Long-term career opportunity

Established venue with loyal customers

Supportive ownership team

Job summary

Ristorante Papa, a well-established Sydney Italian restaurant, is seeking a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef ready to step up to lead the kitchen. You will oversee daily operations, deliver authentic Italian dishes, and mentor the team within a family-owned group that values quality and consistency.

Join a respected venue with loyal customers and opportunities to influence menu development while maintaining high kitchen standards and efficient service across a busy, Wednesday-to-Sunday roster.

Qualifications

• Experience as Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef stepping up
• Strong experience in Italian cuisine
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Ability to stay calm and organised during busy service
• Passion for producing consistently high-quality food
• Pride in running an efficient, professional kitchen

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day kitchen operations
• Deliver high-quality, authentic Italian cuisine
• Inspire, train and mentor the kitchen team
• Manage ordering, stock control and food costs
• Maintain food safety and kitchen standards
• Work with management on seasonal specials and menu development
• Ensure smooth, efficient service every shift

Skills

Leadership

Italian cuisine

Staff training

Cost control

Food safety

Communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

Ristorante Papa, a well-established Sydney Italian restaurant, is seeking a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef ready to step up to lead the kitchen. You will oversee daily operations, deliver authentic Italian dishes, and mentor the team within a family-owned group that values quality and consistency.

Join a respected venue with loyal customers and opportunities to influence menu development while maintaining high kitchen standards and efficient service across a busy, Wednesday-to-Sunday roster.