Senior Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen & Mentor Talent

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Geelong; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Impressive room discounts

Lifelong development programs

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their team in Geelong, Australia. In this role, you will lead kitchen operations and support menu development while maintaining high food quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, culinary expertise, and experience in a senior kitchen position. This opportunity offers a competitive salary, a supportive culture, and numerous benefits, including impressive room discounts and lifelong development programs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior kitchen leadership role required.
• Minimum 3–4 years of senior kitchen leadership experience.
• Full working rights in Australia and permanent residency required.
• Exceptional culinary expertise and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and nurture a positive workplace culture aligned with IHG's values.
• Support the Head Chef in menu planning, preparation, and service.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are maintained.
• Mentor and develop culinary staff.
• Manage kitchen operations efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Team building

Communication

Creativity

Education

Current Food Safety Supervisor certification

Job description

A leading hospitality group is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join their team in Geelong, Australia. In this role, you will lead kitchen operations and support menu development while maintaining high food quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, culinary expertise, and experience in a senior kitchen position. This opportunity offers a competitive salary, a supportive culture, and numerous benefits, including impressive room discounts and lifelong development programs.