Sous Chef – Perth Airport (SSP Australia)

SSP Australia; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily meal allowance

Ongoing training and development

Collaborative team culture

Career development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SSP Australia is seeking a talented Sous Chef to join our team at Perth Airport on a full-time basis. You will work with the Head Chef to lead a skilled kitchen team, delivering high-quality food with consistency and exceptional presentation at a premier travel venue.

You will be responsible for maintaining culinary standards, supporting team development, and ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen operations while embracing SSP’s values and commitment to guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Sous Chef or in a senior kitchen role
• Certificate IV or higher in Commercial Cookery (Essential)
• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (Essential)
• Strong passion for quality food, culinary standards and presentation
• Experience leading, supporting and developing a kitchen team
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and WHS practices
• Excellent organisation, time management and communication skills
• A positive, energetic and can-do attitude with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences

Responsibilities

• Support and lead the kitchen team under the Head Chef.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality food with consistency and presentation.
• Maintain culinary standards and support team development.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day kitchen operations.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety WHS

Time management

Communication skills

Food quality

Team development

Education

Certificate IV Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

Sous Chef – Perth Airport (SSP Australia)

SSP Australia is looking for a talented and passionate Sous Chefs to join our dynamic team at Perth Airport, on Full Time basis.

This is a great opportunity to be part of something new from the ground up! You’ll be supported by an experienced leadership team and work closely with a professional Executive Chef and a highly skilled culinary team.

As Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef to support and lead the kitchen team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality food, consistency and excellent presentation. You will play an important role in maintaining culinary standards, supporting team development and ensuring smooth day-to-day kitchen operations.

What skills and experience are we looking for?

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role

• Certificate IV or higher in Commercial Cookery (Essential)

• Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (Essential)

• Strong passion for quality food, culinary standards and presentation

• Experience leading, supporting and developing a kitchen team

• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and WHS practices

• Excellent organisation, time management and communication skills

• A positive, energetic and can-do attitude with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences

The Benefits

• Daily meal allowance, plus great discounts across our brands

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Collaborative and supportive team culture

• Career development opportunities across SSP’s leading hospitality brands and venues

• Employee Assistance Program

About Us

At SSP, our purpose is to be the best part of the journey, bringing leading brands and innovative food concepts to customers around the world. We are committed to delivering exceptional value, quality, taste and service, while embracing digital technology to enhance the customer experience. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, guided by values that promote teamwork, accountability, innovation, results and recognition. As an equal opportunity employer, we foster an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and supported to succeed. Join SSP and be part of a global team passionate about creating memorable travel experiences.

Our people are at the heart of our business and our values are integral to our business, underpinning everything we do.

• We are one team … working together and sharing our best ideas to fulfil our global potential.

• We are results focused… delivering great food and service for our customers and outstanding results for our clients, shareholders and colleagues

• We all make a difference… respecting each other, acting responsibly and being accountable for the contributions that we make.

• We are bold …seizing opportunities, innovating and quickly adapting every day.

• We celebrate success… recognising and valuing everyone’s achievements.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not unlawfully discriminate against applicants for employment based on colour, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, physical disability, pregnancy, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other bases protected by local law. Subject to legitimate business requirements, all recruitment actions are based solely on the company’s legitimate business needs and an individual’s qualifications.

We are looking for talented and passionate individuals to join SSP to start their best part of their journey.

To find out more, please visit: www.foodtravelexperts.com

Important Note: Allsuccessful applicants will be required to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) which requires a background and criminal history check from the country of origin. All employment offers are conditional on being able to hold and maintain an ASIC.