Sous Chef - Australian hotel & Brewery

The Glen Hotel Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Leadership development

Career progression

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Sonnel Hospitality is hiring a full-time Sous Chef for the Australian Hotel & Brewery in Rouse Hill, Sydney. You will support the head chef, manage kitchen operations, lead a brigade, and ensure high-quality dishes and consistent service.

We prize leaders who can train, motivate a team, control costs, maintain food safety standards, and collaborate with front-of-house and marketing to grow the venue's reach. Genuine passion for food and hospitality is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role (Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef).
• Ability to lead and motivate a kitchen brigade.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A commitment to high standards in food quality, cleanliness and OH&S.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist the head chef in kitchen operations.
• Staffing & training, creating menus and dishes.
• Maintain targets & KPIs, manage food preparation.
• Ensure high-quality dishes and consistent service.
• Collaborate with front of house management and marketing to grow reach.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Culinary techniques

Cost control

Menu planning

Staff training

Team motivation

Education

Certificate III/IV Commercial Cookery

Job description

350 Annangrove Rd, Rouse Hill NSW, Australia

Full-Time Sous Chef - Australian Hotel & Brewery

Sonnel Hospitality is hiring a Sous Chef for the Australian Hotel & Brewery

The Australian Hotel & Brewery Rouse Hill is a bustling venue known for its award-winning craft beers, quality food, and vibrant atmosphere.

As part of the Sonnel group, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional hospitality experiences to our guests, and we're now looking for a talented Sous Chef to join our kitchen team.

The Sous Chef will oversee and assist the head chef in all kitchen operations, staffing & training, creating menus and dishes, maintaining targets & KPIS’s, manage food preparation, and ensure high-quality dishes are served to customers. Working with front of house management and marketing to grow the businesses reach through various platforms, as well as communicating with our other venues team.
As a group, we pride ourselves on being great humans to work with. Everything we do is underpinned by our values – Respect, Positive Intent, Enthusiasm and being Exceptional.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

Excellent knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen management

Strong leadership and communication skills

A passion for creating exceptional dishes and running efficient services

Strong organisational skills with an eye for detail and consistency

Leadership qualities, with the ability to train and motivate a team

A composed personality that works easily with others

Good knowledge of cost control, stock management, and food safety standards

Attention to detail and creativity in menu planning & dish creation

Someone who loves food and hospitality

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role (Sous Chef or Junior Sous Chef)

Ability to lead and motivate a kitchen brigade

Excellent organisational and communication skills

A commitment to maintaining high standards in food quality, cleanliness, and OH&S compliance

A genuine passion for the industry and continuous learning

WHAT WE OFFER:

A competitive salary package

Ongoing leadership development and succession planning support.

The opportunity to lead a landmark venue in one of Sydney’s fastest-growing regions.

Genuine career progression within a forward-thinking, values-led hospitality group.

A supportive, high-performing team culture where your impact is recognised and celebrated.

Screening Questions

• Do you hold all of the required certifications for this role (Food Safety Supervisor, Certificate III/IV Commercial Cookery)?
• Do you have the legal right to work in Australia?
• Are you looking for Sponsorship and on a Visa?
• If yes to sponsorship - please tell us what visa you currently hold and when it will expire?
• How many years' service experience in a similar role do you have?
• Are you available to work weekends on a rotating roster?
• What are your salary expectations?
• Do you have any criminal convictions, charges pending, or have you ever been arrested or summoned to appear in court for an offence?
• If you answered Yes to the above question, please provide more information?
• Where did you see this opportunity advertised?