Sous Chef

Frontline Recruitment Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Creativity opportunities

Supportive environment

Family business

Competitive salary

Job summary

Frontline Recruitment Adelaide is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join a busy northern suburb venue. Working with the Head Chef, you will help run day-to-day kitchen operations and lead the brigade during peak services.

You will train staff, manage stock, ensure quality, consistency and presentation, and step up in the Head Chef's absence. This hands-on role suits a motivated chef who thrives in a pub environment and wants to contribute ideas within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in fast-paced pub/high-volume kitchen
• Focus on quality, consistency and presentation
• Able to lead and train kitchen brigade
• Strong communication and hands-on leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen brigade during busy services
• Support Head Chef in daily operations
• Train staff and manage stock control
• Maintain food quality and presentation standards

Skills

Lead kitchen brigade

High-volume kitchen

Staff training

Communication

Leadership

Job description

Sous Chef Frontline Recruitment Adelaide, SA, AU

• Lead the kitchen team in one of Gawler's busiest and most established venues
• Competitive salary package with genuine career progression
• Recently renovated venue | Strong team | High-volume operation

The Company

Since 1850, this well-established Gawler venue has been a popular destination for locals, families and visitors to come together over quality food, drinks and genuine hospitality. Recently renovated, the venue combines the character of a traditional pub with modern facilities and a busy food and beverage operation.

The Role

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Sous Chef to join this busy and established venue in Adelaide's northern suburbs. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping lead the brigade through busy services while maintaining strong standards across food quality, consistency and presentation. You will confidently step up in the Head Chef's absence, supporting kitchen operations, team training, stock control, preparation and service. This role suits a hands-on Sous Chef who enjoys a fast-paced pub environment and wants to be part of a professional, supportive team.

Skills & Attributes

• Minimum 3 years' experience within a fast-paced pub, hotel or high-volume kitchen environment
• Strong focus on food quality, consistency and presentation
• Sound knowledge of modern cooking techniques and high-volume service
• Proven ability to lead, train and motivate an established kitchen brigade
• Exceptional communication skills with a proactive, hands-on leadership style

Benefits & Culture

• Genuine opportunity for career progression and professional development
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and bring creativity to the kitchen
• Supportive and professional environment that genuinely values its people
• Established family business with a strong, collaborative team culture
• Extremely competitive salary package for the right candidate

Consultant

Reference number: 1157798
Profession:Hospitality & TourismChefs/Cooks

Company: Frontline Recruitment
Date posted: 24th Aug, 2026