Chefs and Cooks

We are seeking an experienced Breakfast Sous Chef to join a thriving hospitality venue in New South Wales and play a key role in establishing and leading a new breakfast operation.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity offering $80,000 + superannuation, a 38-hour, five-day working week and two consecutive days off each week. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head Chef, lead a team of breakfast chefs and contribute to menu development, kitchen systems and daily operations.

The role is ideal for a confident chef with strong breakfast and brunch experience who enjoys leading a team, maintaining high food standards and working in a fast-paced professional kitchen.

• Lead breakfast preparation and service to a consistently high standard
• Support the Head Chef with the daily kitchen operation
• Supervise, train and mentor a team of up to five breakfast chefs
• Assist with breakfast menu development, seasonal changes and specials
• Maintain consistency, quality and presentation across all dishes
• Manage daily preparation and ensure the kitchen is ready for service
• Assist with ordering, stock control, stock rotation and wastage management
• Maintain high standards of food safety, cleanliness and kitchen organisation
• Monitor kitchen systems and ensure efficient workflow during service
• Contribute to a positive, professional and productive kitchen culture
• Support the wider kitchen operation when required
• Help develop and maintain efficient breakfast kitchen procedures

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a Sous Chef or similar leadership position
• Strong professional breakfast and brunch kitchen experience
• Experience with modern Australian breakfast cuisine is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to lead, train and motivate junior kitchen staff
• Strong understanding of food preparation, presentation and quality control
• Knowledge of food safety, stock management, ordering and kitchen systems
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team
• Professional attitude with a strong commitment to quality and consistency
• Willingness to work early morning shifts from approximately 6:00am
• Genuine interest in building a long-term career within the hospitality industry

Sponsorship available for the successful candidate.