About the Company

Maha is the signature venue for sought-after chef and restaurateur, Shane Delia.

Shane and the Maha team create playful and full flavoured Middle Eastern food like nothing you’ve tasted before. Using a fresh, innovative and unrestricted approach with Mediterranean influences, Maha skilfully redefines this ancient cuisine through modern dining.

At Maha, we aim to show the world what can be done with Middle Eastern flavours in a contemporary setting. This new and fresh approach to Middle Eastern cuisine has seen Maha earn One Hat in The Age Good Food Guide, annually since 2009.

About the role

We are looking for a professional Sous chef to amaze the patrons of our establishment. You will maintain constancy and collaborate with our Head Chef to develop and deliver our product.

Responsibilities

Work alongside our Head Chef & Group Head Chef to lead our team

Ensure adequacy of supplies at the cooking stations.

Follow the guidance of the Head Chef and have input in new ways of presentation.

Put effort in optimising the cooking process with attention to speed and quality.

Enforce strict health and hygiene standards.

Help to maintain a climate of smooth and friendly cooperation.

Manage COGs and wage costs

Requirements

Proven experience in a Sous Chef role (min 3 years).

Excellent use of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes.

Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.

Knowledge of best cooking practices.

Relevant trade certificate.

Must be able to work in Australia in a full-time capacity .

Benefits

A supportive work environment that provides stability and growth opportunities based on individual skills, wants and goals.

Close to public transport.

Fixed rosters available, based on individual employee needs.

The opportunity to be exposed to high profile events, locally and internationally.

The opportunity to work with Shane Delia on many of his internal and external projects

How to apply

Click the APPLY button and submit your resume and cover letter. Do note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

How many years' experience do you have as a chef?