Sous Chef

at  Panthers North Richmond

BENEFITS OF THE ROLE …

• Join an industry leader
• Internal & external training opportunities & paid training sessions
• Career development opportunities
• Discounts on merchandise & at our restaurants
• Excellent working conditions & free parking

ABOUT THE ROLE …

An opportunity exists for an experienced Sous Chef to join North Richmond’s busy kitchen team. Reporting to the Head Chef and General Manager, you will ensure a high quality service and food every time to our members and guests. You will have the ability to work efficiently and pro-actively and have the managerial expertise to step up during the absence of the Head Chef to effectively lead the team

YOUR MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INVOLVE:

• Effective day-to-day operations of the kitchen;
• Managing a small team of Chefs, Cooks, Kitchen Stewards and Apprentice Chefs;
• Encompassing a friendly and supportive team environment;
• Catering and planning for functions;
• Food preparation, presentation and service;
• Cooking a variety of dishes including grill & fryer work;
• Stock management duties including stock takes and recording wastage;
• Menu planning and ordering stock;
• Managing food health and safety;
• Overseeing food produced and presented within the kitchen and;
• Implementing and enforcing food health and safety legislation.

TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WOULD NEED TO POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:

• At least 5 years’ experience in a busy kitchen in a Senior Chef role;
• Relevant trade qualifications including Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery, First Aid Certificate and Food Safety Supervisor Certificate;
• High customer service skills and have a strong commitment to your trade, customers and team;
• High attention to detail and have the ability to work under pressure;
• Fantastic communication skills;
• Intermediate computer skills and;
• Ability to cope with a busy kitchen environment and strong problem solving skills.