Sous Chef

Vic; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Hotel Deals

Global Perks

Retail Discounts

Wellness Support

Parental Leave

Birthday Leave

Job summary

Minor Hotels' Oaks Melbourne On Market is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to support the Head Chef and lead the kitchen team. This full‑time role focuses on delivering high‑quality dishes and guest experiences, while supervising staff, managing inventory, and ensuring profitability.

You will oversee menu development, cost analysis, and compliance with health and safety standards, while rostering shifts and mentoring a diverse team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
• Minimum two years’ experience working as a Sous Chef.
• Exceptional leadership skills with experience motivating and managing a diverse team.
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic kitchen environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work across a variety of shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor kitchen team to ensure consistency in dishes.
• Oversee staff performance and maintain high standards.
• Assist in menu creation and cost analysis for profitability.
• Manage inventory and back‑of‑house food and labour costs.
• Uphold health, safety, and sanitation standards.
• Recruit, induct, train, and roster kitchen staff.
• Refine recipes to meet dietary requirements and allergies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team motivation

Under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Overview

Minor Hotels is one of Australasia’s largest accommodation providers, managing over 70 properties in the region and a global portfolio of640 properties across more than 66 countries. Our brands, Anantara, Avani, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow, and Tivoli, span six continents, including Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe, and South America. Joining Minor means partnering with a diverse, expanding global organisation offering boundless opportunities to thrive and succeed.

Oaks Melbourne On Market

are looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team on a full-time basis. This role is essential in supporting the Head Chef, supervising and mentoring the kitchen team, and ensuring the delivery of consistently high-quality dishes and dining experiences for guests.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Work alongside, direct, and support kitchen team members to ensure excellence and consistency in all dishes.
• Oversee the performance of kitchen staff, maintaining high standards and uniformity in the products delivered.
• Assist in the creation of menus and perform cost analysis to maintain profitability.
• Manage inventory levels and oversee back-of-house food and labour expenses.
• Implement procedures to uphold high standards of presentation, sanitation, service, and product quality.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and food standards.
• Manage the recruitment, induction, training, and rostering of kitchen team members.
• Curate and refine recipes to meet diverse culinary preferences, dietary restrictions, and allergies.

Shift Details (subject to change):

• Immediate start available
• Rotating roster across Monday to Sunday
• AM and PM shifts available

Qualifications

• To be successful in this role, you will require the following:
• Relevant Certificate III in Commercial Cookery.
• Minimum two years’ experience working as a Sous Chef.
• Exceptional leadership skills with experience motivating and managing a skilled and diverse team.
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic kitchen environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work across a variety of shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you’ll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Learning and developmentprograms to boost your career.
• Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
• Retail Rewards: Cashback and discountsat 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
• Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
• Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.