Sous Chef

The Albert Brewery; Hobart; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $77k-$83k per year

Flexible schedule

Growth within Tasmanian hospitality

Close-knit team

Job summary

The Crescent Hotel, part of the Albert Hospitality Group in North Hobart, is seeking an experienced Senior Sous Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and support the Executive Chef. You’ll ensure smooth service, high-quality dishes and outstanding guest experiences in a beautifully restored historic venue.

You will manage a busy kitchen, mentor staff, control stock and costs, and uphold the highest standards. The role offers a salary range and flexible options within a growing Tasmanian group.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or Senior Chef.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Experience managing a busy commercial kitchen.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Understanding of food costing, stock control and labour management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to keep preparation and service running smoothly.
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in the Executive Chef’s absence.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team, supporting their ongoing development.
• Delegate tasks and coordinate kitchen workflow.
• Train, mentor and support kitchen staff.
• Set clear expectations and uphold discipline, accountability and professional standards.
• Maintain consistently high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Ensure every dish meets recipe requirements and company standards.
• Support the Executive Chef with menu execution, preparation and service.
• Oversee stock control.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organisational skills

Decision making under pressure

Passion for food/hospitality

Job description

The Crescent Hotel is one of three venues in the Albert Hospitality Group and a much-loved North Hobart favourite. Set in a beautifully restored historic building, we bring people together through exceptional food and drink, friendly service and a lively atmosphere. Our menu pairs classic pub favourites with dishes that offer something a little more refined.

About The Crescent Hotel

The Crescent Hotel is one of three venues in the Albert Hospitality Group and a much-loved North Hobart favourite. Set in a beautifully restored historic building, we bring people together through exceptional food and drink, friendly service and a lively atmosphere. Our menu pairs classic pub favourites with dishes that offer something a little more refined.

The opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced, motivated and hands-on Senior Sous Chef to join our team and support the Executive Chef. This is an opportunity to lead the kitchen team and take responsibility for the restaurant’s day-to-day operations. Working closely with management, you’ll help deliver smooth service, consistently high-quality food and outstanding guest experiences.

Your responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to keep preparation and service running smoothly.
• Take responsibility for the kitchen in the Executive Chef’s absence.
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team, supporting their ongoing development.
• Delegate tasks and coordinate kitchen workflow.
• Train, mentor and support kitchen staff.
• Set clear expectations and uphold discipline, accountability and professional standards.
• Maintain consistently high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Ensure every dish meets recipe requirements and company standards.
• Support the Executive Chef with menu execution, preparation and service.
• Oversee stock control.

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Experience managing a busy commercial kitchen.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A strong understanding of food costing, stock control and labour management.
• The ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions.
• A hands-on approach and a strong work ethic.
• The confidence to take ownership of day-to-day operations and be accountable for outcomes.
• A genuine passion for food, people and hospitality.

What we offer

• A salary of $77,000–$83,000 per year, with scope to discuss remuneration that reflects your experience.
• Flexibility to accommodate your lifestyle where possible.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a growing Tasmanian hospitality group that values craft and quality.
• A close-knit team and a workplace that values your ideas and contribution.