Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, À la Carte Service, Sponsorship

BuildRight Construction AU; Manly; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BuildRight Construction AU is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead a high-volume kitchen in New South Wales. The role focuses on culinary leadership, staff development and maintaining high standards during peak service.

The successful candidate will drive daily kitchen operations, coordinate menus and ensure food safety and hygiene across all service periods, including evenings and weekends. Sponsorship may be available for eligible applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience as Sous Chef or Head Chef in high-volume kitchens.
• Strong background in la carte restaurant operations.
• Experience in standalone or multi-site restaurant environments.
• Hospitality experience in hotels is advantageous.
• Proven ability to lead and develop kitchen teams.
• Commitment to food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the effective daily running of the kitchen.
• Lead kitchen operations during preparation and service periods.
• Maintain consistently high standards across food quality, preparation and presentation.
• Deliver outstanding dining experience through consistent culinary standards.
• Support menu development, dish planning and recipe costing.
• Use commercial awareness to manage food costs, stock and kitchen resources.
• Monitor inventory, ordering requirements and food wastage.
• Build productive relationships with suppliers and support accurate supply forecasting.
• Prepare and manage kitchen rosters to balance operational requirements and team performance.
• Supervise kitchen staff and provide clear direction throughout service.
• Coach and develop team members to strengthen culinary skills and service efficiency.
• Promote a respectful, accountable and positive kitchen culture.
• Support senior culinary leadership with kitchen planning and operational improvements.
• Ensure all food preparation and kitchen activities meet required food safety standards.
• Apply HACCP principles and maintain hygiene and sanitation practices.
• Identify problems quickly and make sound operational decisions under pressure.
• Work closely with food & beverage and operational teams to coordinate service delivery.
• Contribute ideas that improve menus, kitchen systems and guest experience.
• Maintain an organized, clean and efficient professional kitchen at all times.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

HACCP

Food safety

Menu development

Education

Culinary qualifications

Hospitality certification

Food Safety Supervisor certification

Job description

BuildRight Construction AU is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to lead a high-volume kitchen in New South Wales. The role focuses on culinary leadership, staff development and maintaining high standards during peak service.

The successful candidate will drive daily kitchen operations, coordinate menus and ensure food safety and hygiene across all service periods, including evenings and weekends. Sponsorship may be available for eligible applicants.