Sous Chef

Sous Chef – Full-Time

Employer: GJ Family Trust (trading as Troopers Rest)
Location: Braidwood, NSW
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $85,000 per annum + superannuation
Occupation: Sous Chef / Chef – ANZSCO 351311

GJ Family Trust, trading as Troopers Rest, is seeking an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join our kitchen team in Braidwood, NSW.

Troopers Rest is a busy restaurant and hospitality venue operating across breakfast, lunch and dinner services. We are looking for a professional Sous Chef who can work closely with our Head Chef and management team and contribute to the ongoing development and operation of the kitchen.

About the Role

The successful applicant will assist with the day-to-day management and operation of the kitchen.

Key duties will include:

• Preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality meals
• Supporting the Head Chef with the daily operation of the kitchen
• Supervising and coordinating kitchen staff during preparation and service
• Taking responsibility for kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence when required
• Assisting with menu planning and development
• Monitoring food quality, presentation and portion control
• Maintaining consistency across breakfast, lunch and dinner services
• Assisting with food costing and cost control
• Monitoring stock levels, ordering and stock rotation
• Minimising food waste and maintaining appropriate inventory controls
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene requirements
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness and organisation
• Training, mentoring and supporting junior kitchen staff and apprentices
• Ensuring kitchen equipment and work areas are appropriately maintained
• Working collaboratively with front-of-house staff and management

About You

The successful applicant will have:

• A relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery or an equivalent recognised qualification
• Relevant experience working as a Chef or Sous Chef in a commercial kitchen
• Strong food preparation and cooking skills
• Experience supervising or coordinating kitchen staff
• A sound understanding of food safety, hygiene and workplace requirements
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• The ability to work effectively under pressure during busy services
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A professional and reliable approach to work
• Availability to work a flexible roster including weekends and public holidays

This is a full-time position offering a salary of $85,000 per annum plus superannuation.

The successful applicant will join an established regional hospitality business and work as part of a professional kitchen and management team.

Australian citizens, permanent residents and other applicants with appropriate Australian working rights are encouraged to apply.

Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications, relevant experience and suitability for the position.

Pay: $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person