Sous Chef

Key responsibilities:

• Support the Executive Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations within the airline lounge.
• Prepare and deliver high‑quality dishes aligned with brand and airline standards.
• Supervise, mentor, and motivate kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
• Maintain exceptional food presentation and quality throughout the menu.
• Drive compliance with all food safety, HACCP, and WHS requirements.
• Manage stock levels, ordering, waste control, and cost efficiency.
• Assist with menu development tailored to lounge guest profiles and passenger volumes.
• Work closely with front‑of‑house teams to maintain seamless guest service.
• Act as the kitchen lead in the absence of the Executive Chef.

Experience

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Chef de Partie, or similar supervisory role—preferably within premium dining and high‑volume service environments.
• Strong culinary skills with the ability to produce consistent, high‑quality dishes quickly and efficiently.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities.
• A commitment to safety, hygiene, and operational excellence.
• Ability to remain calm, organised, and proactive under pressure.
• Flexibility to work rotating rosters, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Strong communication skills in English.
• Portfolio or photos of your work are welcomed and encouraged

Key requirements for this role include:

• Minimum Cert III Commercial Cookery
• Current Food Handling Certification

Employee Benefits for your hard work!

• Work with two iconic businesses and experience the buzz of the working in the Aviation industry
• Great Staff Travel Benefits (T&C Apply)
• Access to staff duty-free store
• Free meal and coffee on shifts
• Hotel discounts (staff rates) at over 3000 hotels globally
• Partnership discounts with companies such as Europcar, Google, and more..

You will be engaged to work under the Hospitality Industry (General) Award [MA000009]

Note: Successful applicants will be required to undergo a Federal Police check at their own cost via our ID system in order to gain ASIC certification.

If you would like to be a part of our team, please apply now.