Sous Chef

Hyatt Corporation; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary accommodation

Discounted dining

Gym and pool access

Complimentary barista coffee daily

Laundry service

Job summary

Hyatt Centric Melbourne is seeking a Sous Chef to lead dinner kitchen operations at Langlands Restaurant & Bar. You will ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for dinner service with a strong emphasis on quality, standards and efficiency.

About you: 3+ years in a fast-paced high-end restaurant or hotel, experience with Modern Australian and European cuisine, strong organization, calm leadership, and a flexible 24/7 roster. Proficiency in MS Office and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in a fast-paced high-end restaurant or hotel.
• Experience with Modern Australian and Classic European cuisine.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A calm, disciplined leadership style with the ability to guide and support others.
• Ability to work on a flexible 24/7 roster.
• Well-developed computer skills particularly in the use of MS Office.
• Effective communication skills, and high emotional intelligence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations with Head Chef during dinner service.
• Own dinner mise en place and prep for Langlands.
• Supervise Chef de Parties and junior chefs during operations.
• Maintain food quality, consistency, portion control, and wastage awareness.
• Ensure strong food safety, hygiene, and operational standards.
• Step into full dinner service as required.
• Support breakfast service only in exceptional circumstances, as directed.

Skills

Experience 3+ yrs

Cuisine: Modern Australian

Cuisine: European

Organisation

Leadership

Roster flexibility

MS Office

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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"Hyatt is a place of learning – similar to a university. The company offers so many ways for me to learn and grow, both professionally and personally."

A Melbourne grill & dining room set above the city. Flame led, Hibachi cooking paired with a local wine list.

Langlands celebrates local produce with flame led, hibachi cooking to deliver thoughtful, contemporary flavours.

Bold, flavour-driven and full of character. We’re all about good food (and wine) without the fuss.

Langlands menu is compact and seasonal, shaped by the very best of Victorian and Australian ingredients. Dishes are generous and made to share.

Stylish and warm, Langlands is designed for all occasions from midweek rituals to intimate gatherings.

Savour generous dishes for the table. Linger for the views

Sous Chef at Hyatt Centric Melbourne

We’re seeking a Sous Chef to lead dinner kitchen operations and ensure the kitchen is fully prepared for dinner service at Langlands Restaurant & Bar.

This role is focused on the preparation, production and execution of dinner service. A strong emphasis on food quality, standards and efficient kitchen operation is essential to ensuring a successful service.

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Work with the Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, including dinner service
• Take ownership of dinner mise en place and preparation for Langlands
• Supervise Chef de Parties and junior chefs during operations
• Maintain food quality, consistency, portion control, and wastage awareness
• Ensure strong food safety, hygiene, and operational standards
• Step into full dinner service as required
• Support breakfast service only in exceptional circumstances, as directed

Qualifications

About you:

• 3+ years’ experience working in a fast-paced high end restaurant or hotel
• Experience with both Modern Australian and Classic European cuisine is preferred
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A calm, disciplined leadership style with the ability to guide and support others
• Ability to work on a flexible 24/7 roster
• Well-developed computer skills particularly in the use of MS Office
• Effective communication skills, and high emotional intelligence required

Well-versed Junior ready to step into a Sous Chef role are encouraged to apply.

Hyatt Centric Melbourne employees enjoy, but are not limited to:

• Complimentary and discounted accommodation across Hyatt Hotels world-wide
• Free use of Hotel Gym & Pool facilities
• Complimentary barista coffee daily
• Discounted dining in our Level 25 Restaurant and Bar
• Investment in your career development through training, opportunities and mentor-ship
• Complimentary laundryfor work related items

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