Senior Chef: Lead, Mentor & Craft Bold Dishes

Applejack; Sydney; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Staff discounts

Career development

Health & wellbeing

Job summary

Applejack Hospitality is actively seeking Senior Chefs to join our award-winning teams across Sydney venues. The role focuses on high-energy kitchen environments where modern techniques, bold flavours, and premium produce define every service.

Lead creative kitchen operations, mentor teams, and support menu development with precision, ensuring top-tier quality, safety, and presentation. Competitive pay and growth opportunities await at Applejack.

Qualifications

• Experience as Chef De Part ie, Junior Sous or Sous Chef in a high-volume, elevated or hatted-style restaurant.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Food safety certification and a commitment to kitchen excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen with creativity, precision, and passion.
• Support menu development and execution alongside the Head Chef.
• Mentor and inspire your team, driving consistency and excellence in every service.
• Maintain high standards in food quality, safety, and presentation.
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, teamwork, and growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Culinary excellence

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Applejack Hospitality is actively seeking Senior Chefs to join our award-winning teams across Sydney venues. The role focuses on high-energy kitchen environments where modern techniques, bold flavours, and premium produce define every service.

Lead creative kitchen operations, mentor teams, and support menu development with precision, ensuring top-tier quality, safety, and presentation. Competitive pay and growth opportunities await at Applejack.