Sous chef

The Role We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support our Executive Chef and Head Chef, helping lead kitchen operations across prep, pack-down and event service. You'll be confident running service, leading teams, and working with autonomy in fast-paced, event-driven environments. Key Responsibilities Lead kitchen teams across prep, events and pack-down Execute live fire cooking across varied locations Oversee preservation processes (fermenting, curing, smoking, pickling) Manage ordering, suppliers and inventory Conduct stocktakes and maintain food cost controls (Cooking the Books or similar) Maintain food safety systems and compliance Mentor and support junior chefs About You Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a senior kitchen leadership role Strong leadership skills -- able to manage, mentor and motivate a team Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and time management Confident working independently with strong ownership and initiative Experience with ordering, supplier management and stock control Solid understanding of food costing and margin control Current Food Safety certification Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to offsite events Strong understanding of live fire cooking and large-scale event execution Experience with preservation techniques (curing, fermenting, smoking, pickling) Physically capable of event-based work (pack-ins, varied locations) Why Join Us Work with high-quality Australian produce and seasonal menus Be part of a growing, respected events business Diverse work across venues, private estates and unique locations Creative, hands-on cooking -- not just service repetition