Sous Chef

Accor; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff travel benefits

Staff discounts

Free meals on shifts

Hotel discounts (staff rates)

Partnership discounts with suppliers

Job summary

Accor’s Sydney First Class Lounge seeks an experienced kitchen leader to oversee daily operations, deliver high-quality, brand-aligned dishes, and mentor the culinary team. This role focuses on premium dining within a luxury airline lounge, requiring calm leadership and a commitment to safety and sustainability.

The successful candidate will manage stock, contribute to menu development, and work closely with front-of-house colleagues to ensure an exceptional guest experience.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or Chef de Partie in premium dining or high-volume service environments.
• Strong culinary skills with ability to produce high-quality dishes quickly and consistently.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• Commitment to safety, hygiene and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations within the lounge.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality dishes aligned with brand and airline standards.
• Supervise, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain exceptional food presentation and quality throughout the menu.
• Drive compliance with HACCP, WHS and food safety requirements.
• Manage stock levels, ordering, waste control and cost efficiency.
• Assist with menu development tailored to lounge guest profiles and passenger volumes.
• Collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless guest service.
• Act as kitchen lead in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Skills

Culinary Leadership

High-Volume Service

Team Mentoring

Food Safety

Job description

The Sydney First Class Lounge managed by Accor is a benchmark of Australian Luxury travel. Reserved exclusively for Qantas first class passengers and top-tier frequent flyers. Since it’s opening in 2007, it has refined the airport experience blending refined design, seasonal dining and panoramic runway views.

Guests here enjoy the highest fine dining standards, with an à la carte menu curated by chef Neil Perry and bespoke service by Accor.

Joining Accor means more than just starting a new job — it’s the beginning of an exciting career journey with one of the world’s leading hospitality groups. With over 5,000 properties in 110 countries, Accor offers a global stage for passionate, talented individuals to thrive, grow, and make their mark.

At Accor, we believe in investing in our people. Whether you’re starting in the kitchen or leading it, we’re committed to supporting your development every step of the way. From on-the-job training to opportunities to progress within your role — or pivot into new ones across our many brands and venues.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations within the airline lounge.
• Prepare and deliver high‑quality dishes aligned with brand and airline standards.
• Supervise, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain exceptional food presentation and quality throughout the menu.
• Drive compliance with all food safety, HACCP, and WHS requirements.
• Manage stock levels, ordering, waste control, and cost efficiency.
• Assist with menu development tailored to lounge guest profiles and passenger volumes.
• Work closely with front‑of‑house teams to maintain seamless guest service.
• Act as the kitchen lead in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Qualifications

Experience

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Chef de Partie, or similar supervisory role—preferably within premium dining and high‑volume service environments.
• Strong culinary skills with the ability to produce consistent, high‑quality dishes quickly and efficiently.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• A commitment to safety, hygiene, and operational excellence.
• Ability to remain calm, organised, and proactive under pressure.
• Flexibility to work rotating rosters, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Portfolio or photos of your work are welcomed and encouraged

Additional Information

Employee Benefits for your hard work!

• Work with two iconic businesses and experience the buzz of the working in the Aviation industry
• Great Staff Travel Benefits (T&C Apply)
• Access to staff duty-free store
• Free meal and coffee on shifts
• Hotel discounts (staff rates) at over 3000 hotels globally
• Partnership discounts with companies such as Europcar, Google, and more..

Note: Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Federal Police check at their own cost via our ID systemin order to gain ASIC certification.