Sous Chef

Who are we?

Pirate Life was founded in 2014. After a five-day journey across the Nullarbor Plain, we landed in Adelaide, established a brewery, and spent the next seven years building a brand. In that time, we’ve gone from three founders to a crew of over one hundred, built three venues across Australia with a fourth on the way, and cemented ourselves as one of the country’s most recognisable craft brands. 

Why Work with Us?

As a business, we’re passionate about crafting human connections. We go beyond just creating spaces and beverages, we build experiences and welcome people from all walks of life to connect with us and our brand. 

To achieve this, we strive for Pirate Life to be the best place to work in the industry – both in beer, and hospitality. We want our business filled with the most creative and committed people.  

At Pirate Life we’ve always done things differently, so we understand that an unconventional approach to hiring, retaining, and growing brilliant people is essential to building a strong culture and performance.  

Pirate Life South Melbourne is your neighbourhood boozer and steak house. We source our produce from the nearby markets and with inspiration from a Greek Head Chef and a Chilean Head Chef, bring you a menu that represents the melting pot that is Melbourne. Add in exceptional beer, good wine and a sharp cocktail list, you’ve got an inclusive hospitality experience second to none. Think open, loud, smoky, exciting: an extension of our love for high energy food and drink experiences.

Our ethos to venues and our guests is simple; create a warm environment to celebrate food, beer, music, good vibes and good people. Our approach to staff has always been about investing in them. Whether it’s through paid trainings, balanced rosters or personal development, we’re committed and transparent in the way we operate. Growth, learning, collaboration, and teamwork is what you can expect from working in a PL venue. 

Benefits:

• A competitive wage reflective of experience & skill
• A company that truly values it’s people with a vibrant and engaging culture
• A hospitality kitchen role where work/life balance is encouraged and can be achieved.
• Opportunities to represent the company at festivals and industry events

The role: 

We are on the lookout for a Sous Chef to join our South Melbourne team on a full-time basis. Working 38 hours per week, this leadership role includes food prep, cooking, plating, presentation, maintaining stocks and supplies. You will be responsible for inspiring the broader team and leading the kitchen with, or without the presence of the Head Chef. You’ll contribute to the day to day operations with a special focus on high quality food production and positive team culture.

Responsibilities include:

• Food prep, cooking, plating, recipe development, working various kitchen sections, working fire oven, teamwork, and positive contribution to services.
• Setting a high standard of work and always representing the Pirate Life Code
• Striving for an outcome where customer service comes first
• A strong appreciation and compliance of workplace safety

What You've Got

Successful applicants must have 3-5 years’ experience in a professional kitchen. The right candidate will have a ‘can do’ attitude and have a genuine passion about food and the industry. You should also be able to demonstrate the ability to deliver quality food consistently, while thinking on your feet and managing the pressure of service.

At Pirate Life, we have a code that represents our company values and demand for equality. We’re driven, positive and humble in our success. We value authenticity and individuality and above all, we care; about our people and our craft.  

This is role is working a spread of shifts over a 7-day roster; including week days, weekends, nights and public holidays. 

Interested?

If you think you have what it takes, then hit apply and share with us why you want to join Pirate Life!