Sous Chef | Centennial Homestead

Trippas White Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Centennial Homestead in Sydney's Centennial Park is seeking a passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. You will work closely with the Head Chef to oversee daily operations across our restaurant and events, delivering consistently high standards for all-day service.

The role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads by example, and is committed to food safety, quality, and presentation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading kitchen teams in busy venues.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and HACCP procedures.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operation with Head Chef.
• Lead kitchen team during busy services.
• Maintain high standards of food prep and presentation.
• Coordinate across restaurant and events.
• Assist with stock, ordering and cost control.
• Train and develop junior chefs.
• Ensure smooth service and kitchen hygiene.
• Contribute ideas to menus and specials.
• Support financial reporting on food and labour costs.

Skills

Team leadership

Food safety

Communication

Organisation

Job description

Centennial Homestead is looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our kitchen team.

Located in the heart of Centennial Park, Centennial Homestead is a busy, vibrant venue serving an all-day menu seven days a week, with breakfast and lunch at the heart of our operation. Alongside our daily service, we host a range of events, including weddings, private functions and special occasions that bring the kitchen to life at night.

We’re looking for a Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in delivering great food and enjoys being part of a strong, hardworking team.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you’ll work closely with the Head Chef to oversee the day-to-day kitchen operation, ensuring consistently high standards across both our restaurant and events.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Supporting the Head Chef with the daily operation of the kitchen
• Leading and motivating the kitchen team during busy services
• Ensuring food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard
• Working across our breakfast, lunch and all-day menu
• Maintaining strong food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards
• Assisting with ordering, stock control and kitchen organisation
• Helping train and develop junior chefs
• Ensuring the kitchen runs efficiently and smoothly throughout service
• Contributing ideas and working with the Head Chef on menus and specials
• Assist with financial control reporting (food cost, labour cost).

About You

• Is confident leading a team in a busy kitchen
• Has excellent organisational and communication skills
• Takes pride in quality, consistency and presentation
• Can remain calm and composed when the pressure is on
• Has a strong understanding of food safety and kitchen procedures
• Enjoys working across both restaurant service and events
• Is reliable, hands-on and leads by example
• Is passionate about hospitality and wants to be part of a great team

Why Join Us?

At Centennial Homestead, no two days are quite the same. You’ll have the opportunity to work across busy daytime restaurant service and exciting evening events, giving you plenty of variety and the chance to develop your skills across different styles of service.

If you’re an experienced chef looking for your next challenge and want to be part of a passionate, professional kitchen team in a beautiful Sydney location, we’d love to hear from you.