Opening Kitchen Sous Chef: Hands-On Leader in Busy Service

Inac Hospitality; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

INAC Hospitality Pty is opening a brand-new hospitality and entertainment venue in Melbourne, and we’re seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the opening team and help establish the kitchen from day one.

Backed by an established group, this is a great opportunity to work with the Head Chef, build the kitchen from the ground up, and shape the standards, systems and culture that will drive the venue forward.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Sous Chef or senior role in a busy venue.
• Strong hands-on cooking skills and team leadership.
• Experience in a high-volume kitchen with fast pace.
• Understanding of food costs, stock control and compliance.
• Practical, organised and reliable approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef through opening and ongoing operations.
• Train, develop and supervise the BOH team.
• Establish kitchen systems, procedures and service standards.
• Lead preparation and service across busy periods.
• Maintain food quality, presentation and portion control.
• Assist with ordering, stock control, food costs and wastage.
• Maintain high food safety, cleanliness and compliance.
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in Head Chef’s absence.
• Help build a professional kitchen culture.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and venue leadership.

Skills

Hands-on cooking

Team leadership

High-volume kitchen

Food cost understanding

Organised and reliable

Job description

INAC Hospitality Pty is opening a brand-new hospitality and entertainment venue in Melbourne, and we’re seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the opening team and help establish the kitchen from day one.

Backed by an established group, this is a great opportunity to work with the Head Chef, build the kitchen from the ground up, and shape the standards, systems and culture that will drive the venue forward.