Sous Chef

Work Initiatives; Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 80.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Staff meals

Team perks

Descripción de la vacante

Work Initiatives in Melbourne is looking for a passionate Sous Chef to lead our busy Indian restaurant kitchen. This hands-on leadership role demands strong cooking skills, calm decision-making, and the ability to guide a team through peak service.

You will oversee prep, service, and stock, mentor junior chefs, ensure consistent flavours and presentation, and collaborate with front-of-house to deliver an outstanding guest experience. Full-time role with weekends and evenings.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• Lead service with precision and ensure 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 front-of-house to deliver a smooth guest experience.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Kitchen management

Indian cuisine

High-volume restaurant

Food safety

Descripción del empleo

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 – $90,000 + superannuation (based on experience)