Total 10 sous chef job vacancies in NSW - Regional - New England & North West NSW

Ability to work autonomously as well as within our team exhibiting excellent team building skills and management with an ability to communicate in a positive and courteous manner at all times within the team
Be focused on producing high quality food and commitment to the provision of excellent service
Responsibilities include the following:-
A) Responsible for effective and efficient preparation of all food items by:
1) Correctly storing daily stock upon arrival
2) Preparing daily stock
B) Responsible for ensuring strict stock control measures are observed by
1) Noting turnover of stock and keeping stock fresh by following "first in, first out" method
2) Maintaining stock at correct levels
3) Minimising wastage at both preparation and service stages
C) Responsible for ensuring effective communication and team work within the kitchen by:
1) Liaising with Executive Chef and assist with preparation for functions and other occasions as required
2) Leading other staff ie; kitchen-hands, waiting staff
D) Responsible for ensuring a high standard of customer service by:
3) Being on hand during trading hours to serve and assist patrons
4) Preparing food from patron orders
5) Maintaining bain-marie food at correct levels and temperatures
E) Responsible for ensuring a high level of hygiene in association with industry food standards in the kitchen by including but not limited to:
1) Maintaining personal and workplace cleanliness throughout shift
2) Effectively cleaning all areas of the kitchen and equipment (including storage areas, fridges, deep fryers and utensils at end of shift
3) Storing clean equipment and utensils in correct places
F) Responsible for supervision and training of apprentices
G) Any other duties as directed by the Management
H) Adherence to the Club’s Work, Health and Safety policies and procedures and enforcement of Club’s policies within their team.
I) Keep uniforms clean and tidy, ensuring that a clean uniform is worn on each shift

Skills and experience required
Sound practical knowledge of Work Health and Safety
Strong coordination skills which will bring new ideas and energy to our team
Your qualifications may include formal education (Cert III Commercial Cookery minimum) and training along with 3+ years’ experience in a commercial kitchen producing modern Australian cuisine
Ensuring food storage safety guidelines
You must have work rights in Australia
Previous experience leading a Kitchen Team

Summary of role requirements:
• Flexible hours available
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Work visa can be provided for this role
• Expected salary: $80,000 - $85,000

Cafe 63 in Dalby, QLD, is on the lookout for a skilled Chef to enhance our kitchen operations. If you are passionate about the culinary arts and possess a minimum of two years of experience alongside a relevant associate degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma, we would love to hear from you!

Position: Chef

Location: Dalby, QLD

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist to develop innovative menus while balancing both food and labour costs. Take charge of forecasting requirements and managing inventory by ordering necessary food supplies.
• Ensure the highest quality in food preparation and presentation by overseeing every stage of the culinary process. This includes monitoring dish creation from start to finish to ensure consistency and excellence.
• Work closely with management and our dedicated kitchen and front-of-house staff to resolve any food preparation challenges. Your input will be crucial in maintaining our reputation for quality dining.
• Share your culinary skills by demonstrating cooking techniques and advising the team on various cooking procedures. Your expertise will guide the staff in achieving the highest standards.
• Hands-on preparation and cooking of dishes, ensuring each plate served meets our exacting standards.
• Educate and implement strict hygiene regulations to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• You may have the opportunity to be involved in the selection and training of new kitchen staff, helping them integrate smoothly into our operational flow.
• Utilize your knowledge in freezing and preserving foods to extend the longevity of ingredients and minimize waste.

Essential:
• A passion for producing consistent high-quality meals.
• Excellent knowledge and experience in all basic techniques and styles
• A strong background in utilising fresh local ingredients.
• Knowledge of all food safety standards.
• A good understanding of all financials running a kitchen.
• A professional attitude in the kitchen always.
• A love and passion for developing great nutritious food.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative eye for detail and 'can do' attitude.
• A team player.

Qualification and Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience and relevant associate degree, Advanced Diploma, or Diploma.

Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 plus superannuation per annum

What We Offer:
• A vibrant and supportive workplace atmosphere
• Opportunities for professional growth and culinary creativity
• Competitive remuneration and employment benefits

How to Apply: Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your culinary experience and why you would be a perfect fit for Cafe 63.
Join Cafe 63 and bring your culinary artistry to every plate we serve!

CHEF | Permanent Full Time | Kellyville 
Make a difference with us
About BaptistCare Gracewood Centre
Located in the heart of the Hills district, The Gracewood Centre is a brand-new aged care centre in Kellyville featuring convenient onsite amenities including a caf, landscaped gardens and a chapel. The facility offers 96 general care rooms and 32 secure dementia care rooms with built in ceiling hoists.
As a purpose-built facility, the latest technology has been included to ensure residents are well looked after. Our team of professional staff are dedicated to delivering the best possible care to residents. The Gracewood Centre is an integral part of the wider community and is co-located on site with a Social Club, Home Care and Retirement Living.
About the role
Reporting to the Chef Manager, your role is to cook and create quality and nutritious meals for our residents. ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Qualified Chef

Coffee and Flour is a locally owned and operated café located in the vibrant heart of Bunbury, proudly serving our community seven days a week.

Our menu offers a delightful selection of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, featuring dishes crafted from fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

Highlights include our Brekkie wrap, chicken club bagel, burgers, nourish bowl, roasted veggie puff, grilled beef tostada, and specialty items like beetroot tahini, tzatziki, falafel, hummus, dukkah, pork chipolata, chicken & hummus salad, and chicken poppers.

At Coffee and Flour, we are dedicated to creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where you can enjoy exceptional food and friendly service.

We operate seven days a week, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, we invite applications for the position of Chef.

Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee Kitchen Operations:• Lead all kitchen activities, ensuring professionalism, efficiency, and adherence to health and safety standards.
• Menu Development:• Create and innovate seasonal menus that highlight fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with an emphasis on quality and presentation. This includes breakfast items like Brekkie wraps and lunch offerings such as burgers and nourish bowls.
• Stock Management:• Manage ordering and inventory control to ensure optimal stock levels of high-quality ingredients, minimizing waste while maximizing freshness.
• Staff Development:• Train and mentor kitchen staff, including apprentices, fostering a culture of skill development and culinary excellence.
• Supplier Relations:• Negotiate with suppliers to secure the best quality ingredients at competitive prices, ensuring the café maintains its commitment to fresh produce.
• Event Catering:• Design specialized menus for events and functions, including weddings and special occasions, tailoring offerings to meet diverse customer needs.
• Cost Management:• Monitor food and Labor costs to achieve financial targets while maintaining high culinary standards.
• Kitchen Organization:• Ensure cleanliness and organization in all kitchen and storage areas, complying with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) standards.
• Team Collaboration:• Promote a positive team environment that encourages open communication, feedback, and continuous improvement in kitchen operations.

Qualifications:
Ø At least 1-2 years of experience in a comparable position.
Ø Possession of a Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or Kitchen Management.
Ø Outstanding leadership abilities, demonstrated by a history of inspiring and nurturing team members.
Ø Proficient negotiation skills and experience in procuring high-quality ingredients.
Ø A contemporary and innovative cooking style with a keen eye for detail.
Ø A dependable, honest, and diligent work ethic, complemented by a friendly and approachable personality.

Application Process:

If you believe you are a strong candidate for this role, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, including references, along with a brief cover letter outlining your interest in this position and the unique contributions you can make to our team. We encourage applications from both local and interstate candidates.

Work location: -( in person ) 50 Spencer St, Bunbury WA 6230
Annual Salary: $60,000 – $80,000

CHEF DE PARTIE - SILKY OAKS LODGE - DAINTREE - FNQ

Silky Oaks Lodge?offers guests a stylish escape in the cool calm of the Daintree Rainforest. Set above the gently flowing Mossman River and among the leafy canopy, the airy, open spaces of the main lodge envelop guests in the sights and sounds of an extraordinary natural theatre.

Silky Oaks Lodge is part of Baillie Lodges?- an Australia-based collection of 10 award-winning luxury lodges with properties in four countries and across three continents.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Chef de Partie to join our Silky Oaks Lodge family in the Daintree Rainforest. This is a wonderful opportunity for talented and driven chefs to take the next step in their career by aligning themselves with a group that is on the move, dedicated to a sustainable style of hospitality, and presenting a food offering that celebrates local suppliers and produce.


The Role…

Silky Oaks’ food philosophy very naturally, is underpinned by the glorious agricultural abundance – whether it be from our modest Kitchen Garden or from the local farmer ‘up the road’.

You will be a creative kitchen professional with a natural ability to work alongside and motivate the team

This is an ideal time to join Baillie Lodges, with strong growth and career opportunities as the group continues to expand on a global scale.?

You will have…

Significant kitchen experience, ideally in luxury accommodation
A great sense of humour and the ability to instil this approach in your team
The willingness to support the kitchen and broader lodge team in day-to-day operations?
The highest level of attention to detail???
Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of guests and team members?
The benefits…

Great salary package - $76,000.00 per annum
Accommodation available
Opportunity to develop your skills and grow within the group
Live in the heart of the Daintree rainforest and explore this unspoilt wilderness
Silky Oaks Lodge is part of Baillie Lodges. With 10 lodges over four countries and across three continents, we offer an unsurpassed career path limited only by your imagination - and your passport.

Baillie Lodges?is an Australia-based collection of award-winning luxury lodges in extraordinary destinations around the world. Included in the collection are Capella Lodge?on Lord Howe Island,?Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island, Longitude 131°?at Uluru-Kata Tjuta,?Silky Oaks Lodge?in the Daintree Rainforest,?The Louise?in the Barossa Valley, the iconic?Huka Lodge?in Taupo, New Zealand and?Clayoquot Wilderness Lodge?on Vancouver Island, Canada. The trio of Tierra Hotels in Chile including Atacama, Patagonia and Chiloe joined the collection in 2022.

For more information, please visit baillielodges.com.au

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,000.00 per year

Here is a great job for all ages in a friendly team. You can be a Junior with basic skills cooking or pastry experience who wants a long-term job, or a pastry chef or cook wanting a relaxed environment. We will also consider a 2nd Year Apprentice. The position is Monday to Friday, no weekend work and occasional public holidays. No night work. You will begin as an assistant to the pastry maker. Uniform and boots provided. Wages from $56,000 up with super, holiday pay and sick pay. Asian cuisine knowledge is definitely an advantage.

CORPORATE PROFILE
We provide all meal solutions to our clients including packaged meals, components and special recipes upon demand. Our clients include Nursing Homes and Hospitals.

KEY SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
Fit and healthy
Experience in cooking or pastry
Living in Australia with easy access to the Olympic Park area
Punctual and reliable
Must only apply if you are ready to begin work.

Chef de Partie
The Lagoon Restaurant, North Wollongong

Annual Salary: $73,500 + Superannuation
Location: Wollongong NSW 2500
Start Date: Immediate

About Us
Nestled in Wollongong’s most stunning seaside location, The Lagoon is a vibrant restaurant celebrated for its fresh, often locally-sourced produce and dining experiences that rival the best Sydney seafood establishments.

From freshly-caught seafood cooked to perfection to slow-cooked meats, garden-fresh vegetarian options, and “off-the-charts” desserts, we take pride in every dish we serve.

Job Purpose
As our Chef de Partie, you’ll lead a team of station chefs, ensuring seamless kitchen operations. You’ll prepare and plate dishes to meet exacting standards, maintain health and food safety compliance, and provide mentorship to junior staff—all while keeping the kitchen running efficiently and smoothly.

Job Duties
• Prepare and cook high-quality food according to menu guidelines and recipes.
• Plan menus, estimate food and labour costs together with Executive Chef
• Ensure all dishes are correctly garnished, portioned, and presented on the proper serving dish.
• Maintain fresh and timely mise-en-place.
• Supervise and provide guidance to junior chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff.
• Foster effective communication between kitchen and floor staff, such as discussing food preparation issues or special events, etc.
• Receive, store, and manage food supplies safely.
• Assist with regular stocktakes and inventory management.
• Implement and uphold health and food safety standards.
• Follow and enforce the restaurant’s cleaning and waste disposal practices.
• Optimise the use of kitchen resources, including food, energy, and water.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and ensure it is in good working condition.
• Participate in training courses and team meetings to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience
• Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery and Diploma of Hospitality Management; or
• 3 years of relevant experience in a professional kitchen

Skills:
• Excellent culinary skills and knowledge of kitchen operations.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Working Conditions:
• Fast paced kitchen environment.
• Exposure to heat, steam, and kitchen equipment.
• Team-oriented setting with opportunities for career growth and development.

Performance Goals:
• Consistently deliver high quality dishes with excellent presentation.
• Maintain efficient and organised section operations.
• Support team members and contribute to a positive working environment.

Join Us!
If you’re ready to take your culinary career to the next level and thrive in a vibrant, team-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and become part of the excellent team!

Better begins here.
Crown Resorts is a great place to visit and it?s an even better place to work, a place where you can play your part in creating joyful experiences for our guests and our people. We value passion, creativity, and an appetite for change - for the better. Here, you will be part of the team, empowered to explore more, experience more, and supported by your leader to grow and develop.
The role
Crown Sydney offers a range of premium services that ensure a luxurious experience for visitors. As part of our hotel guest offering, our In-Room dining service is second to none, with a generous range of creative and delectable menu items to choose from. We are looking for a full-time Chef de Partie with 24/7 availability . In this role, you will directly support the management team in implementing, developing, and upholding operational ... Click here to view more detail / apply for Chef de Partie ? In Room Dining

Who are we?
Techforce Personnel is a proud partner of PeopleIN ? Australia?s biggest ASX listed family of staffing brands with 25 offices across Australia and over 300 internal staff. Our specialist business harnesses the extraordinary impact of talented people across Mining and Resources, Shutdowns, Facilities Maintenance, Healthcare, Industrial Services, Civil Construction, Residential/Commercial Construction, and the Oil and Gas Industries.
The Opportunity: Techforce require experienced Chefs for potential ongoing opportunities throughout Australia.
Please note this is an Expression of Interest Advert to join our regular pool of workers.  Our candidates are given consistent roster - you choose your own roster!
The ideal candidate will be experienced with:
   
(Desirable) Bulk cooking, work in a professional kitchen, food safety platform, and HACCP.  We also consider minimal experience.
   
   
To be considered you must have / be willing to obtain:
  


Chef
... Click here to view more detail / apply for FIFO/DIDO/BIBO CHEF from Mackay, $40.50 to $45.00/hour

Who are we?
Techforce Personnel is a proud partner of PeopleIN ? Australia?s biggest ASX listed family of staffing brands with 25 offices across Australia and over 300 internal staff. Our specialist business harnesses the extraordinary impact of talented people across Mining and Resources, Shutdowns, Facilities Maintenance, Healthcare, Industrial Services, Civil Construction, Residential/Commercial Construction, and the Oil and Gas Industries.
The Opportunity: Techforce require experienced Chefs for potential ongoing opportunities throughout Australia.
Please note this is an Expression of Interest Advert to join our regular pool of workers.  Our candidates are given consistent roster - you choose your own roster!
The ideal candidate will be experienced with:
   
(Desirable) Bulk cooking, work in a professional kitchen, food safety platform, and HACCP.  We also consider minimal experience.
   
   
To be considered you must have / be willing to obtain:
  


Chef
... Click here to view more detail / apply for FIFO/DIDO/BIBO CHEF from Toowoomba, $40.50 to $45.00/hour