Angelica Mexican is looking for an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join our kitchen team.

Angelica is a modern Mexican restaurant at Norwest Quarter, serving bold, vibrant dishes inspired by regional Mexican flavours. We are looking for a hands-on chef who can support the Head Chef, maintain high standards and help lead the kitchen during busy services.

The role

As Sous Chef, you will:

• Support the Head Chef with the daily operation of the kitchen
• Lead and motivate the kitchen team during service
• Maintain consistent food quality, presentation and portion control
• Assist with ordering, stock control, food costs and waste management
• Help train, develop and onboard kitchen staff
• Maintain strong food safety, hygiene and cleaning standards
• Assist with prep planning, rostering and kitchen organisation
• Take responsibility for the kitchen when the Head Chef is unavailable

About you

You will have:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef
• Experience in a busy, quality-focused restaurant
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• A calm and practical approach during busy services
• A genuine passion for food and hospitality
• Good knowledge of food safety and kitchen procedures
• Full availability on weekends
• The right to work in Australia

Experience with Mexican or Latin American cuisine is an advantage but is not essential.