Sous Chef

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Overview

We are seeking a Corporate Sous Chef to join our Office Operations team to be based in Brisbane.

In this role, you will assist with the daily operation of the kitchen, including the preparation of breakfasts, morning and afternoon teas, lunches, formal lunches and dinners, cocktail events, after-hours meals, sandwiches, and other catering requirements. You will ensure the provision of catering on the client floor is delivered to the highest standard for Partners, Clients, and Staff of Herbert Smith Freehills.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you will help plan menus that are well-balanced, seasonally appropriate, and aligned with budget allocations. You will also ensure dietary options are clearly listed and available for clients and staff with specific requirements.

You will liaise with the Head Chef regarding daily, weekly, and monthly catering requirements and assist in planning workflow accordingly. You\'ll also collaborate with kitchen staff to support daily operations, foster positive working relationships, and contribute to the development and monitoring of team KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operation of the kitchen and support catering requirements for breakfasts, teas, lunches, dinners, events, and after-hours meals.
• Ensure catering on client floors is delivered to the highest standard for Partners, Clients, and Staff.
• Assist with menu planning to be well-balanced, seasonally appropriate, and within budget.
• Ensure dietary options are clearly listed and available for clients and staff with specific requirements.
• Liaise with the Head Chef on daily, weekly, and monthly requirements and help plan workflow.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to support daily operations and monitor team KPIs.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of industry experience as a Sous Chef or a Chef de Partie.
• Ability to supervise staff and give direction.
• Vast knowledge of food preparation.
• Knowledge of current and future food trends.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle pressure.
• Flexibility with regard to overtime for morning and evening functions.

What you can expect from us

We\'re a world-leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions.

We make your personal and professional growth our business. As part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you.

We provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you, including daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities to help you expand your knowledge and reach your goals.

We value wellbeing and place emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you\'ll have it and we\'ll empower you to harness your personal strengths and manage challenges effectively.

For more benefits such as 26 weeks paid parental leave, a holistic wellbeing fund, or a home office allowance, please click here.

Company values

Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia\'s market-leading law firm. We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives.

This vacancy is managed directly by the HSF Kramer Recruitment team. We will contact our preferred agency partners if additional assistance is required.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Professional Services

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