About the Role

D A L T O N Catering, Queensland's premier catering company, is on the lookout for an experienced Senior Sous Chef to join our dynamic team at headquarters in Fortitude Valley. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the Head Chef and overseeing the daily operations of our bustling kitchen and staff.
This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary creativity, expertise, and passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences. You will flourish in a fast-paced environment and take pride in co-managing a talented team of chefs.

What You'll Be Doing

- Assisting the Head Chef in managing and coordinating kitchen operations overall.
- Overseeing the preparation, cooking, and presentation of various high-quality menus.
- Collaborating with the team to create new and innovative menu items.
- Manage and train kitchen staff, ensuring food safety and adherence to quality standards.
- Maintaining a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment.
- Manage stock levels and assist with ordering supplies.
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of kitchen processes and procedures.
- Catering for private events at clients' luxurious homes.
- Executing corporate and luxury brand events.
- Cooking outdoor open fire events; no two days will be the same!

What We're Looking For

- Minimum Requirement: A minimum of 2 years experience as a Senior Sous Chef or in a similar role within a respected kitchen.
- Culinary Skills: Strong technical cooking skills and a comprehensive understanding of various culinary styles and techniques.
- Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a team of chefs.
- Time Management: Exceptional time management and organisational skills.
- Ingredient Passion: A passion for utilising fresh, high-quality ingredients to create outstanding dining experiences.
- Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Creativity: A solid culinary background is essential, as this role is creative and requires experience in menu creation. You must be capable of cooking!

What we offer

DALTON Catering offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that promotes personal and professional growth. We provide a competitive salary, opportunities for advancement, and a variety of benefits, including:

- A negotiable competitive salary plus superannuation.
- Access to parking and public transport hubs in Fortitude Valley.
- A work schedule primarily Tuesday to Saturday, with Sundays and Mondays off.
- Mainly daytime hours, from 8 AM to 4 PM.
- Only 1-2 evening shifts per week with no double shifts.
- An excellent work-life balance, ideal for those with families.
- Experience the vibrant atmosphere of one of Brisbane’s most diverse hands-on kitchens.
- Join a chef-led catering business known for delivering restaurant-quality food catered off-site.
- Comprehensive learning opportunities: we avoid shortcuts and prepare everything from scratch, allowing you to acquire new skills and techniques in the kitchen.

If you're ready to advance your culinary career, apply now to become our next Senior Sous Chef!