The Opportunity

This isn’t your average second-in-command role. It’s a chance to join a kitchen where your input truly matters — to work under a leadership team that believes in nurturing creativity, autonomy, and passion. As Sous Chef, you’ll be more than just support — you’ll be shaping the heart of the kitchen, influencing menus, mentoring a close-knit team, and helping build something that locals already love and visitors talk about long after summer ends.
The Venue Set on the iconic Northern Beaches, this much-loved beachside venue has been a community cornerstone for years — where locals come for their morning coffee, long lunches, coastal dinners, and unforgettable celebrations. The entire venue was recently rebuilt, and the kitchen features brand new equipment throughout. It’s a high-volume operation that runs with clarity and calm: breakfast, lunch, dinner, plus a thriving functions trade. And with summer just around the corner, the energy is only building.

Your Role You’ll work closely with the Head Chef to:

• Lead day-to-day kitchen operations with clarity and calm
• Maintain quality across breakfast, lunch, dinner, and events
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a supportive culture
• Jump into service wherever needed — grill, pass, or prep
• Help shape seasonal menus with your own creative input
• Uphold consistent kitchen standards and systems

What You Bring

• A natural leadership style — approachable, professional, and motivating
• High-volume experience with an eye for detail
• A collaborative mindset — someone who thrives as part of a team
• A willingness to evolve and grow within a progressive venue
• An understanding of modern kitchen systems and standards

Why This Role Matters

This is more than just a job — it’s a chance to grow with people who genuinely care about what they’re building. The kitchen is tight-knit, the leadership is hands-on and supportive, and there’s room to develop into more senior roles as the group expands. If you're someone who thrives in an environment where your ideas are heard and your energy makes a difference, this could be the next step that sets your career on a new path.