Lead Sous Chef: Creative, High-Standard Kitchen Leader

Harvest Pub Operations; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvest Hospitality is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join the kitchen team at the William Farrer Hotel in regional NSW. This role suits someone with creative flare and strong technical skills who can lead and work as part of a fast-paced team.

You will report directly to the Head Chef and be responsible for maintaining the highest level of food standards, influencing the hotel’s overall performance and reputation in the local community.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a similar role.
• Knowledge of restaurant and dining industry trends.
• Ability to create and deliver high quality food strategies and menus.
• Commitment to highest standards of presentation, product and customer experience.
• Strong business acumen including knowledge of kitchen financial performance.
• Solid product knowledge, technical skills and food standards.
• Ability to lead and work in a team, liaising with FOH staff and senior management.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Head Chef.
• Maintain the highest level of food standards.
• Influence overall performance and reputation of the hotel in the local community.
• Lead kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with front-of-house and senior management to ensure cohesive service.

Skills

Leadership

2+ years experience

Menu development

Food presentation

Finance awareness

Food safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

Harvest Hospitality is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join the kitchen team at the William Farrer Hotel in regional NSW. This role suits someone with creative flare and strong technical skills who can lead and work as part of a fast-paced team.

You will report directly to the Head Chef and be responsible for maintaining the highest level of food standards, influencing the hotel’s overall performance and reputation in the local community.