Lonsdale Links is known for its 19th ranked, architecturally-designed course and clubhouse with spectacular views of Lake Victoria. We pride ourselves on being a progressive and inclusive club with a welcoming and relaxed environment, providing an exceptional experience to our Members, guests, and staff.

More than just golf club food! Our award winning restaurant and multi-skilled kitchen team prepares the highest quality dishes across lunch and dinner. We cater to both Members and the general public, as well as offering corporate events, weddings, conferences and private functions.

We are looking for a highly-skilled, experienced, professional, and enthusiastic Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen team. You will be a passionate hospitality professional dedicated to creating incredible food and experiences for our guests. Working closely with our Head Chef, you will also be a strong leader with an innate ability to motivate the hospitality team.

Reporting to the Head Chef, key responsibilities are:

Contribute to the Menu planning process including relevant seasonal, special event, and menu changes.

Produce high quality dishes in line with evolving menus, taking into account customer feedback and meeting customer expectations

Oversee the quality of dishes throughout all stages of preparation and presentation

Provide support to the Head Chef and peers in the kitchen. Act as 2IC in absence of Head Chef.

Conduct regular meetings with Head Chef, Management and kitchen and floor staff regarding standard of kitchen operations and improvement prospects

Quality of service, efficiency in task, good communication with co-workers and operate effectively in a high-pressure environment.

Liaise with Managers, and kitchen and wait staff regarding food preparation issues

Ensure hygiene and food safety standards are met and adhered to by all staff in all stages of food preparation

Contribute to budgeting for stock, supplies, and labour expenses

Involvement in kitchen staff selection process

Assist in training, and development of all kitchen staff to improve operational standards

Available Monday to Sunday for day and/or evening shifts

To be successful in this role you will possess the following attributes:

Hospitality professional with a love for food

Trade qualification: Certificate IV in Commercial cookery and a Diploma in Hospitality/Management

At least 3 years of relevant experience as a chef

Ability to learn, retain and reproduce recipes and menu items

Quick and consistent quality with a demonstrated ability to multitask

A high level of integrity, trustworthiness and reliability

Enjoy working with people and as part of a close team

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to remain calm and work under pressure

Exceptional personal presentation and hygiene

Flexibility to work nights, weekends and public holidays

Beneficial prior experience to bring to this role:

Experience managing catering service for 150 - 250 people

What we offer:

Competitive salary

Great team environment

Employee Assistance Program

How to apply

Submit your resume and cover letter by clicking the 'Apply’ button. For more information, please contact Lisa at [email protected] or on 03 5258 1955