Lead Sous Chef — New Lodge Dining & Events

Binna Burra Mountain Lodge; Beechmont; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts on accommodation,d`

Full-time position

Job summary

Binna Burra Lodge invites an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team as we launch our new Lodge and dining facilities. You will work closely with the Head Chef, leading a busy kitchen across à la carte dining, Teahouse Café, and events while delivering memorable guest experiences.

We value hands-on leadership, a passion for fresh, seasonal, locally sourced produce, and the ability to mentor staff and manage labour efficiently.

Qualifications

• A Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie ready to progress.
• Strong culinary skills with quality à la carte dining experience.
• Experience across multiple hospitality outlets, functions or events.
• Understanding of kitchen operations, food costing, stock and labour efficiency.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene and WHS requirements.
• Proven ability to supervise, motivate and develop kitchen staff.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Hands-on leadership style with lead-by-example approach.
• Flexibility to work seven-day roster, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef with daily operation and supervision of kitchen areas.
• Lead kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality meals across à la carte, café, weddings and events.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, quality and portion control.
• Assist with menu development and seasonal specials.
• Support use of fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.
• Supervise, train and mentor chefs and kitchen staff.
• Assist with rostering, workforce planning and labour cost management.
• Monitor food costs, stock control and wastage.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and WHS requirements.

Skills

Sous Chef leadership

Cuisine & à la carte

Food safety & WHS

Menu development

Stock management

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Binna Burra Lodge invites an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team as we launch our new Lodge and dining facilities. You will work closely with the Head Chef, leading a busy kitchen across à la carte dining, Teahouse Café, and events while delivering memorable guest experiences.

We value hands-on leadership, a passion for fresh, seasonal, locally sourced produce, and the ability to mentor staff and manage labour efficiently.