Sous Chef

Australian Cruise Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals provided on board

Harbour cruise environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Australia Cruise Group is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join the Showboat 2 kitchen, operating from King Street Wharf, Sydney. You will lead a team under the Head Chef, ensuring high-quality, well-presented dishes and smooth daily operations aboard a harbour cruise.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years in a senior kitchen, strong leadership and food-safety knowledge, and Australian working rights. Coastal cruise experience is highly regarded and meals are provided on board.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Sous Chef or similar senior kitchen role.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients and kitchen procedures.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a kitchen team.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and make effective decisions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Knowledge of current food safety and industry best practices.
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent preferred.
• Previous cruise, hotel, function or high-volume catering experience is highly regarded.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Unrestricted Australian working rights – Australian Citizen or PR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Head Chef to maintain high standards of food quality and presentation.
• Assist with menu development and execution.
• Lead, mentor and train kitchen staff.
• Plan and coordinate food preparation and monitor product quality.
• Ensure food is prepared and served efficiently to standards.
• Maintain stock control and minimise waste.
• Oversee staff scheduling and performance management.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organised kitchen environment.
• Adhere to food safety, hygiene and WHS standards.
• Resolve operational challenges confidently and promptly.
• Support daily kitchen operations and food preparation on board.

Skills

Sous Chef experience

Leadership

Food safety

Time management

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Sous Chef – Sydney Harbour Cruise Dining

Australia Cruise Group | Sydney, NSW Permanent Full time Opportunity | Guaranteed 38 Hours per Week

About the Opportunity

Australia Cruise Group is seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our professional kitchen team aboard the Showboat 2, operating from the iconic King Street Wharf, Sydney.

Working closely with our Head Chef, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality dining experiences to our guests while supporting the smooth and efficient operation of the kitchen.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Sous Chef looking to take the next step in their career within a unique harbour cruise and tourism environment.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to maintain consistently high standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and kitchen operations.

• Assisting with the preparation, development and execution of menus
• Producing consistently high-quality dishes with excellent presentation and flavour
• Supporting the Head Chef with daily kitchen operations and food preparation
• Planning and coordinating food preparation and monitoring product quality
• Ensuring food is prepared and served efficiently and to required standards
• Supervising, mentoring and training kitchen team members
• Assisting with staff scheduling and performance management
• Maintaining effective stock control and minimising food wastage
• Taking initiative and confidently resolving operational challenges
• Maintaining a clean, organised and efficient kitchen environment
• Ensuring strict compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety standards
• Maintaining a positive, professional and team-focused working environment

About You

We are looking for a confident and hands-on Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in delivering consistently high standards.

You will ideally have:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, equipment and kitchen procedures
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a kitchen team
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• The ability to remain calm and make effective decisions under pressure
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Knowledge of current food safety and industry best practices
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualification (preferred)
• Previous cruise, hotel, function or high-volume catering experience (highly regarded)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Unrestricted Australian working rights – Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident preferred

Why Join Australia Cruise Group?

• Guaranteed 38 hours per week( for full time part time )
• Competitive hourly rate
• Work in one of Sydney’s most unique hospitality environments
• Meals provided while on board
• Strong work-life balance
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced Head Chef and professional kitchen team
• Be part of creating memorable dining experiences on Sydney Harbour
• Career growth opportunities for the right candidate

The Venue

Based at King Street Wharf, our cruise operations offer a unique working environment where hospitality, culinary excellence and Sydney Harbour come together.

If you are an experienced Sous Chef who enjoys leading a team, producing quality food and working in a dynamic hospitality environment, we would love to hear from you.