Sous Chef

Setia Maju Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Team perks

Career progression

Job summary

Setia Maju Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join a busy Indian restaurant. You will lead service, mentor staff, and ensure consistency in flavours, spice balance and presentation.

We value leadership under pressure, hands-on involvement, and a pathway to Head Chef. Expect weekends/evenings work, high-volume service, and strong food-safety discipline with staff meals and team perks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years experience as a Sous Chef.
• Strong experience in Indian cuisine (curries, tandoor, spices).
• Background in a high-volume restaurant environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead service with precision, ensuring every dish meets our standards.
• Run the kitchen confidently in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Oversee prep, sections, and service flow during busy periods.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Pressure management

Food safety

Attention to detail

Job description

We're on the lookout for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our quality-driven Indian restaurant in Melbourne. This is a hands-on leadership role suited for someone who thrives under pressure, takes pride in consistency, and is ready to step up and lead a strong kitchen team.

Why Join Us?

Work in a well-established, high-volume Indian restaurant

Be part of a supportive, energetic team culture

Opportunity for career progression (Head Chef pathway)

Staff meals and team perks

About the Role

As Sous Chef, you'll be second-in-command in the kitchen and play a key role in maintaining quality, consistency, and team performance.

You will:

Lead service with precision, ensuring every dish meets our standards

Run the kitchen confidently in the absence of the Head Chef

Oversee prep, sections, and service flow during busy periods

Train and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff

Maintain consistency in flavours, spice balance, and presentation

Assist with ordering, stock control, and minimising wastage

Uphold strict food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards

Work closely with FOH to deliver a smooth guest experience

What We're Looking For

Minimum 1–3 years experience as a Sous Chef

Preferably Strong experience in Indian cuisine (curries, tandoor, spices)

Background in a high-volume restaurant environment

High-volume restaurant experience from Indian cuisine type is highly preferred

Proven leadership skills and ability to run a busy service

Calm, organised, and reliable under pressure

Passion for food, hospitality, and team development

High standards of cleanliness and kitchen discipline

Requirements

Full working rights in Australia

Availability to work weekends and evenings

$80,000 – $95,000 + superannuation (based on experience)