Sous Chef

About Pen Catering

Pen Catering is one of Sydney’s premier corporate caterers, servicing the Sydney metropolitan area with a mission to offer high-quality food and beverages alongside an excellent service. Over the last decade Pen Catering has built an outstanding reputation, significantly growing year-on-year to cement itself as a leader in the industry. Now based in Neutral Bay and operating out of our new commercial kitchen Pen Catering is looking to expand our team and achieve large growth.

About The Role

We are looking for a professional Sous Chef looking to progress to a Head Chef position within the next year. The successful candidate will employ their culinary skills in the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring best practice. The position will require the successful candidate to work closely with the Head Chef to manage daily kitchen activities, including overseeing staff, aiding with menu preparation, monitoring stock levels and ordering.

Job tasks and responsibilities

· Assist with food production and ensure production schedules are met

· Employ quality control methods to ensure the highest standard of food

· Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards

· Help in the preparation and design of catering menus

· Manage and train kitchen staff

· Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately

Essential to this position is the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. You will need to be a great communicator and be able to prioritise your work to meet deadlines.

Our promise to our employees is to always invest in their growth of knowledge and experience so they can continue to move forward and take large steps to the next level.

Successful Applicants

· 3+ years of experience in a similar position

· Understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures

· Accuracy and speed in food preparation and production

· Application of creativity in meal planning and menu design

· Excels in a fast paced, team environment

· Flexible and willing attitude, clear communication, respectful and supportive to staff

· Highly self-motivated, ambitious and possesses managerial and leadership skills

· Reliable, dedicated, willing to continue learning and passionate

· Working knowledge of HACCP and its implementation in day-to-day operations

· Is a permanent resident and has full working rights within Australia

Job benefits and perks

Located in Neutral Bay and operating from our new purpose-built production kitchen, just 10 minutes from Sydney CBD, PEN Catering is focused on rapid growth, in-house staff training and development and solidifying its position as a leading corporate caterer. Pen Catering is focused on providing a comfortable and welcoming working environment.

· Work in a rapidly growing organisation with a strong focus on internal development and promotion

· Easily accessible through public transport (B-Line Transport) and available parking nearby

· Family-friendly working hours. Predominately Monday to Friday. Kitchen closes at 2pm.

· Work with a large, supportive and culturally diverse team

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $70,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person