Employment Basis: Fixed term up to three years, part-time (.8 FTE) – enjoy 10 weeks per year recreation (annual) leave

Salary Range: Band 3: $59,826.40 to $64,668 + superannuation

Are you looking for greater work-life balance? This role gives you 10 weeks of annual leave per year.

About the role

Parliament of Tasmania offers a supportive environment to enable our employees to do the best work of their career. We’re looking to secure a new Sous chef.

The Sous Chef assists in all areas of food production within the Parliamentary Catering Service ensuring that the standard is of an optimum level representative of the Parliament of Tasmania. The Sous Chef is required to provide full support to the Head Chef and manage the Parliamentary kitchen in their absence as and when needed.

As a trusted colleague, you’ll have professional flexibility to perform the role whilst being empowered to build a sense of community at work. You’ll be reporting to the Manager, Parliamentary Catering Service.

Ordinary Work Hours

This Sous Chef role is offered under the Parliament Leave Maximisation Scheme and is a 0.8 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) position. The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday for 42 weeks of the year, with average weekly hours of 36.75 during the working period. The successful candidate will have the remaining 10 weeks of the year as recreation (annual) leave.

The Leave Maximisation Scheme offers two income payment options, allowing the successful candidate to choose the arrangement that best suits their budgetary needs.

Please note: Leave may be limited during Parliamentary sitting weeks to support critical operations during peak periods.

About Us

The Parliament of Tasmania is a meeting place where elected representatives meet to make laws, authorise the expenditure of public funds, scrutinise the government of the day, and give a voice to their constituents in the electorates. The Parliament is made up of three (3) separate Departments consisting of House of Assembly, Legislative Council, and Legislature - General.

Location

We foster a collaborative and engaging workplace. As such, this role is required to be performed in person and on site in Hobart.

We want to hear from you if you have

Certificate III in Hospitality (Commercial Cookery), must have completed an apprenticeship.

Proven broad range of catering experience across all relevant areas including fine dining restaurant, volume banquet and canapes.

Successful completion of accredited HACCP training and Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (2023).

Demonstrated ability to work under pressure.

Proven strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a team.

Effective communication skills in providing instructions, clarifying expectations and giving feedback to contribute to a positive and productive work environment.

Ability to complete multiple tasks within a set time frame, plan and complete work activities within predetermined parameters in an environment subject to work pressures and change with the ability to exercise sensitivity, initiative, judgement and discretion.

How to apply?

If you wish to do the best work of your career, applications will only be received through seek.com.au. Only complete applications will be considered. Auto-generated (AI) applications will not be considered. All applications should include a resume and a short application of no more than two pages to demonstrate how what you have done previously applies to the advertised vacancy. It is not necessary to repeat information in your short application that can easily be seen in your resume.

Before Applying

Please read the Position Description and Information for Applicants guide which is available at https://www.parliament.tas.gov.au/parliament-of-tasmania-recruitment

Reasonable Adjustment

If you require a reasonable adjustment during the selection process (e.g. building accessibility, information in different formats), it is recommended that you do not include this in your written application, rather email the vacancy contact person.

Applications close by Wednesday 9am 18 June 2025. Late applications will only be considered in exceptional circumstances. Please note applications may be shortlisted as received as this is an immediate vacancy.

Want to know more?

Please make contact with John Glinatsis. Manager – Parliamentary Catering Service by emailing john.glinatsis@parliament.tas.gov.au.