Sous Chef Centrepiece
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Job Location:
Victoria, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
11 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Sous Chef Centrepiece
Melbourne Olympic Park Levy Australia
The Role
Lead premium event and function catering within Centrepiece
Support the Head Chef in driving operational excellence
Deliver exceptional high-quality culinary experiences at scale
The Position
As CentrepieceSous Chef you will support the Head Chef in leading a high-performing kitchen team delivering premium function and events dining. Youll bring refined culinary skills strong leadership capability and a sharp operational mindset to ensure every dish meets the highest standards of quality safety and presentation.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes for premium functions and events
Supervising daily kitchen operations in line with company standards and food safety regulations
Coaching and mentoring chefs and kitchen team members to drive performance and engagement
Assisting with weekly rostering to ensure optimal staffing aligned with business demands
Collaborating with the Head Chef on menu planning recipe development and event concepts
Designing and executing menus that cater to dietary cultural and client-specific requirements
Implementing portion control stock control and food storage procedures
Managing ordering processes and supporting inventory oversight
Ensuring strict adherence to health safety and food safety standards
Maintaining strong collaboration with operations safety HR and procurement teams
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a Sous Chef who thrives in premium fast-paced environments and enjoys delivering memorable guest experiences.
The Person
You are a trade-qualified chef with a passion for excellence and a proven ability to lead within high-volume hospitality settings.
You will bring:
Minimum four (4) years experience in professional kitchens with strong references
Demonstrated experience leading teams in fast-paced catering events or restaurant environments
Proven capability in menu planning nutrition considerations and catering control procedures
Experience operating within strict budgetary and cost-control parameters
Strong rostering and stock management exposure
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Confident communication skills and the ability to inspire and direct a team
IT proficiency for reporting and operational systems
Flexibility to work mornings evenings weekends and public holidays
Highly regarded:
Experience in large stadia convention centres hotels or major event environments
Food Safety Supervisor certification
The Benefits
Immediate access to 100 retail discounts accessible from your mobile.
Gain valuable experience and expand your skills in a fast-paced hospitality setting.
Work alongside a diverse and passionate team dedicated to delivering excellence.
As part of the recruitment process you may be required to undertake pre-employment checks including reference checks and relevant certifications.
We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT or
Our peoples unique backgrounds experience and abilities are at the heart of our vibrant workforce. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the diverse communities that we serve where everyone feels empowered and valued. By building diverse teams means we are creating inclusive environments for all our people and those we connect with through our day-to-day operation. We welcome & encourage applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples people of all backgrounds ages sexual orientation gender expressions gender identity and people with disability.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food Handling
- Restaurant Experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Food Preparation Experience
- Kitchen Experience
- Labor Cost Analysis
- Catering
- Cooking
- Cost Control
- Sanitation
- Knife Skills
