Sous Chef — High-Volume Kitchen Leader & Menu Specialist

Bald Rock Hotel; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bald Rock Hotel in Rozelle, one of Sydney's oldest pubs, is seeking a full-time Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations. You will work in a small close-knit team, ensuring high-quality food and strict standards in a busy kitchen.

Minimum 3 years' experience and a Certificate IV in commercial cookery are required. You will help with menu planning, food budgets and labour costs, oversee food preparation, and manage rosters, hiring, and training while maintaining stock

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in commercial cookery is required.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in kitchen.
• Ability to assist Head Chef with menu planning and labour costs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in menu planning, food budgets and labour costs.
• Oversee food preparation.
• Manage kitchen team rosters, hiring and training.
• High volume experience with a passion for quality.
• Keen eye for detail and presentation of food.
• Compliance with Australian Food Standards.
• Sound knowledge of ordering and controlling stock levels.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is clean and well maintained.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team player

Attention to detail

Reliable

Honest

Education

Certificate IV in commercial cookery

Job description

The Bald Rock Hotel in Rozelle, one of Sydney's oldest pubs, is seeking a full-time Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations. You will work in a small close-knit team, ensuring high-quality food and strict standards in a busy kitchen.

Minimum 3 years' experience and a Certificate IV in commercial cookery are required. You will help with menu planning, food budgets and labour costs, oversee food preparation, and manage rosters, hiring, and training while maintaining stock