sous chef

Lu Mare

Location: 3/9 Wilson Street, Wollongong NSW 2500

Position: Sous Chef

Employment: Full-time

Salary: $79,423 per annum + 12% superannuation

Lu Mare is seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our team in Wollongong.

This is a full-time opportunity for a skilled culinary professional with strong kitchen experience who can support the Head Chef in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen and contribute to maintaining consistently high standards of food quality and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting the Head Chef with the day-to-day management and operation of the kitchen;

preparing, cooking and presenting high-quality dishes in accordance with established recipes and standards;

assisting with menu planning and the development of new dishes;

supervising and coordinating kitchen staff during food preparation and service;

ensuring consistency in food quality, portioning and presentation;

monitoring food preparation and cooking techniques;

training and mentoring junior kitchen staff;

assisting with ordering, stock control and inventory management;

monitoring food costs and minimising wastage;

ensuring ingredients and food products are stored correctly;

maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness, hygiene and food safety;

ensuring compliance with relevant food safety and workplace health and safety requirements;

assisting with kitchen rosters and allocation of duties; and

assuming responsibility for kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence.

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate must have:

A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience as a Chef/Sous Chef or in a comparable commercial kitchen role;

strong knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques;

demonstrated ability to work effectively in a busy commercial kitchen;

experience supervising and coordinating kitchen staff;

excellent organisational and time-management skills;

a strong understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements;

the ability to maintain consistently high standards during busy service periods; and

a genuine passion for quality food and hospitality.

Salary and Employment Conditions

This is a full-time position based at Lu Mare, 3/9 Wilson Street, Wollongong NSW 2500.

Annual salary: $79,423 + 12% superannuation.

If you have the experience, skills and passion required for this position, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now by submitting your CV outlining your relevant qualifications and employment experience.