Sous Chef

Life Saving Victoria is Victorias peak water safety and lifesaving organisationbuilt on the proudtraditions and programs of our founding organisations the Royal Life Saving Society Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia.

Lifesaving has been an integral part of the Victorian way of life since 1904. TodayLSV is a multifaceted volunteer-based community organisation with a focus on public safety and community wellbeing

Our volunteers membersemployeesand partners work together with communities educational institutions government agenciesbusinessesand the broader aquatic industry to Save lives and empower communities to safely enjoy water.

SousChef
We are seeking a Sous Chef to join our team at The Views based at our Port Melbourne site. This is a handson role in a small selfcontained kitchen Working closely with our head chef to deliver high quality food service to our corporate functions business and also to support to our onsite café.

This role is offered on a fulltime ongoing basis with an approved salary of $75000 per annum 12% super as well as access to salary packaging through remunerator.

The kitchen operates with a lean structuretypically consisting of the Head Chef and this role with occasional support from a kitchen hand. As such this position requires a chef who is comfortable working autonomously taking endtoend responsibility for food preparation production and kitchen operations (including cleaning).

The role includes a strong focus on buffetstyle service with canapé and event catering delivered as needed. Many ingredients and elements are prepared on site and the role is also responsible for maintaining a clean compliant and wellorganised kitchen.

About the role
In this role you will:

About you
You are a capable and reliable chef who enjoys working in a small team environment where accountability flexibility and professionalism are essential. You take pride in your work and are confident stepping up when required.

Additionally you will have:

• Proven experience working in a commercial kitchen environment (café restaurant hotel or catering) with the ability to work independently
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery and completion of a cookery apprenticeship
• Experience supporting or relieving a Head Chef with an ability and willingness to step up and cover in the absence of the Head Chef
• Strong knowledge of food safety hygiene and safe work practices
• Ability to manage prep service and cleaning responsibilities without close supervision
• A practical handson approach with strong organisational skills
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Basic Food Handling Certificate and Food Safety Supervisor certification
• Victorian Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

How to apply:
LSV is always looking for enthusiastic community minded individuals. If this opportunity sounds likeyouplease click on Apply Now to complete your application and upload your resume and a cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for this position.

Applications closeSunday 17 May 2026.

Research shows us that womenwontalways apply for a role if theydonttick all the boxes. If you fall into that category we would love to hear from you so we can access your ability and even if youarentready now you might just be at out next intake.

LSV is an equal opportunity employer and a place who welcomes all. We encourage people with diverse experiences and backgrounds to apply. We are committed to fostering a workplace environment which is inclusive safe and flexible. All applicants will be considered based on the relevance of their abilities to the role and their alignment with our LSV Values.

LSV is committed to providing a welcoming environment where the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved in our programs services activities events and the broader community will always be ourfirst priority. All staff must hold (or be able to obtain) a current Victorian Working with Children Check as part of their employment with us.