Sous chef and Head chef

Accredited Employer · Wollongong · Full-time

Job description

Bring your culinary experience into a role where leadership, accountability and professional capability are valued. A hospitality business in Wollongong is looking for an experienced Head Chef or accomplished Sous Chef to help drive the performance and standards of its kitchen. This is an opportunity for a chef who can combine hands-on cooking expertise with strong team leadership. The successful candidate will contribute to the day-to-day running of the kitchen, support the development of the culinary team and help deliver a consistently high standard of food and service. For chefs looking to progress, the role also provides an opportunity to expand their leadership responsibilities and contribute to menu development and kitchen operations. Experience with Italian food, pizza and pasta is particularly desirable.

Requirements

• Lead kitchen operations and coordinate daily service
• Maintain consistent standards across food preparation, cooking and presentation
• Supervise, motivate and develop kitchen team members
• Provide hands-on support during preparation and busy service periods
• Oversee recipes, menu items, specials and new dish development
• Monitor food quality, portion sizes and preparation standards
• Manage ordering, stock levels, inventory and supplier coordination
• Track food costs, wastage and kitchen efficiency
• Assist with staff scheduling, rosters and labour planning
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and workplace requirements are followed
• Train and mentor junior chefs and kitchen staff
• Maintain an organised, clean and efficient kitchen environment
• Identify opportunities to improve kitchen processes and service delivery
• Collaborate with management and front-of-house teams
• Take responsibility for kitchen service when senior leadership is unavailable
• Promote teamwork, professionalism and accountability within the kitchen

Visa sponsorship: Accredited Employer Sponsorship provided.