Job Description: Sous Chef and Junior Sous Chefs required

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year | Employment: Full-Time

At Hillarys Beach Club, we are seeking experienced and passionate Sous Chefs and Junior Sous Chefs to join our culinary team, located in Hillary’s on a fulltime basis.

Sous Chef, you will play a crucial role in assisting and supporting the Head Chef in various kitchen operations. Your responsibilities will encompass optimising kitchen setup, mastering recipes, ensuring efficient and timely food preparation, maintaining attractive plate presentation, supervising and aiding fellow cooks as required, adhering to health and safety standards, and upholding our kitchen policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience:

4–6+ years in commercial kitchens, including leadership roles

Strong cooking skills across all sections

Effective leadership and communication

Ability to train, mentor, and manage staff

Knowledge of cost control, supplier management, and stock systems

Familiarity with food safety legislation

Cert III/IV in Commercial Cookery (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities:

Ensure consistent quality & appealing presentation of all dishes leaving the kitchen.

Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating to maintain exceptional culinary standards.

Manage and supervise kitchen staff to foster a harmonious and productive work environment.

Coordinate and organise kitchen workflow, ensuring optimal efficiency during service.

Enforce strict adherence to food safety and sanitation standards to maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Mentor and train kitchen staff to enhance their culinary skills and expertise.

Efficiently manage kitchen inventory to minimise waste and control food costs.

Prioritise tasks and delegate responsibilities effectively to meet operational demands.

Junior Sous Chefs support Sous Chef and Head Chefs with the day-to day running of kitchen operations, supervising Chef De Partie, Commis Chefs and Kitchen Hands. Responsibilities are similar to above.

Qualifications and Experience:

2–4 years in commercial kitchens, with time in a Chef de Partie role

Strong understanding of kitchen operations

Good leadership and communication skills

High level of attention to detail

Ability to handle high-pressure environments

Solid understanding of cost control and inventory management

Cert III or IV in Commercial Cookery (preferred but not always required)

Why Work With Us?

Join a dynamic hospitality group operating two standout venues on the coast:

Bar Cicchetti – A stylish, modern Italian restaurant known for fresh, house-made pasta, curated wines, amazing pizzas, and laid-back vibes.
The Heart – A European-inspired gastro pub with a twist of Japanese fusion. Named one of the Top 25 Pubs in WA Good Food Guide.

We’re only as good as our team — and we make sure ours is looked after. Here's what makes working with us genuinely rewarding:

4 days on, 3 days off – real work/life balance

Stunning coastal location – ocean views and swims on your break

Staff meal provided every shift

Free parking

50% staff discount while on duty

25% off when you dine in with friends or family (up to 6 people)

Weekend staff drink – we celebrate the wins

Positive, supportive work environment

Opportunity to grow across multiple venues

We’re a team that values creativity, balance, and a shared love for great food and good people. If that sounds like your vibe – we’d love to hear from you.

Successful candidates should be prepared to work various shifts, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends, based on scheduled structured rosters, functions, and events. Hillarys Beach Club operates seven days a week, from 6 am until 11 pm.

Please Note: We would like to take this opportunity to thank all applicants for their interest. Only those considered for an interview will be contacted directly.