Ainslie Football and Social Club Limited, T/A as The Ainslie Group, has been in Canberra since 1927, and we are proud to have grown into leaders of the Canberra Community through our support of AFL, golf, and hospitability services. We have a well-established, and continually growing, team of over 150 staff and 45,000 members across both our Gungahlin and Ainslie clubs, some of which have been with us for more than 30 years!

As a well-recognised and reputable Club Group in the ACT, the Ainslie Group has received a variety of awards for our contribution to the local community. Most recently we were awarded with an accolade by Clubs ACT for Sustainability and Environment, and were highly commended for our Contribution to Sport, Community Development and Wellbeing.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our Kitchen Leadership Team as Sous Chef! We are looking for an experienced and qualified Chef who is a self-starter and thrives in a fast-paced environment to join our team on a Full-Time basis.

This position is classified under the Registered and Licensed Clubs Award 2020. The Salary range for the Sous Chef position is $77,000 - $82,000 p/a plus superannuation, based on the successful candidate's skills and experience.

Objectives

Reporting to the Head Chef/Group Executive Chef, the key objectives of the Sous Chef position are to manage the day-to-day kitchen operations of the venue, driving excellence in all aspects of food preparation and service, while supervising and building a positive team culture for all kitchen staff. The successful candidate for the role will be working with a variety of internal stakeholders to ensure food quality and consistency throughout the venue, while meeting food safety and sanitation standards daily.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the Head Chef/Group Executive Chef in ensuring the efficient operation of all food areas across the venue

Food preparation and service duties in accordance with restaurant procedures and guidelines

Minimising wastage through conscious supervision of food preparation methods and goods security

Ensuring efficient stock rotation to ensure food quality is maintained

Enforcing safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen, as well as the appropriate utilisation and maintenance of kitchen equipment

Adhere to WHS policy and procedures

Assist in the development and implementation of efficient and effective work procedures, and process improvements

Provision of direction and support to all kitchen staff

Any other duties as listed in the PD for the role, or as directed by Management

Sous Chef Position Requirements

Certificate or Diploma in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery) or other relevant qualification

Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a kitchen role, with relevant experience in a kitchen leadership position

Experience working in a Club kitchen environment, with relevant understanding of industry food preparation and service standards

A team player, who can lead by example and contribute to the motivation of the team, encouraging a positive culture

Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner

Flexibility and availability to work around a varying roster, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Someone with a passion for food trends who is constantly looking at opportunities for professional development

Immaculate grooming and hygiene standards

Additional Employee Benefits

Employee assistance program

Opportunities for career progression across a wide range of specialisations

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Discounted food and coffee on rostered workdays

Free parking

Additional club benefits

APPLICATIONS:

If you feel you have the skill set to take on this leadership role within one of Canberra’s leading club groups, please submit your resume, stating relevant experience, through this advertisement.

The Ainslie Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, disability statuses, and other personal characteristics to apply.