Sous Chef – Full Time

📍 Yass, NSW | 🕐 Full Time | 🚀 Immediate Start Available

Yass Soldiers Club is hiring!

Fresh off the back of major renovations and with a brand-new café outlet about to launch, the Yass Soldiers Club is entering an exciting phase of growth. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and help drive this exciting new chapter in our food and beverage offerings

👨‍🍳 About the Role

As Sous Chef, you’ll play a key leadership role in our kitchen, supporting the Head Chef in daily operations while working hands-on with the team. From managing your own section to contributing new dish ideas, you'll be instrumental in maintaining high standards and fostering continuous improvement across both our modernised bistro and new café outlet.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

- Oversee and manage your designated section of the kitchen
- Supervise and mentor team members while maintaining open collaboration
- Create and deliver daily specials and assist in menu development
- Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standard
- Support stock control, ordering, and inventory management
- Uphold WH&S and food safety standards

- Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate and working knowledge of HACCP principles
- Step up to manage the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence
- Contribute positively to the team culture and kitchen operations

✅ Who We’re Looking For

- Previous experience in a Sous Chef or similar leadership role in a fast-paced kitchen
- Formal qualifications (minimum Certificate III in Commercial Cookery)

- Ability to prioritize work and focus on kitchen operations
- Strong culinary skills, creativity, and attention to detail
- A calm, focused approach to high-pressure situations
- Ability to lead, inspire, and mentor junior staff
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- High standard of personal hygiene and professional presentation
- A proactive mindset with a passion for elevating food quality and team performance

💼 The Offer

- Full-Time position (5 days per week with two consecutive days off)

- Above Award Salary
- Immediate start available
- Opportunity to help shape the future of the kitchen and its menu
- Be part of a vibrant and growing hospitality team in a newly upgraded venue

Full Australian Working Rights Required

📩 How to Apply

Send your CV and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and passion for the role to:

Benjamin Weiss
📧 [email protected]