Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager

5 hours ago

Clayton South VIC, Australia ad81428b-3d0d-4845-999c-44273d1700d0 Full time $30,000 - $40,000 per year

Pippa's Kitchen is looking for an experienced Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a production-style kitchen and understands the pace and precision required to deliver high-quality ready meals consistently.

About the Role

As our Sous Chef / Kitchen Manager, you will work closely under the two owners/chefs and play a vital role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen. You'll lead production, support kitchen operations, and step up to manage the kitchen in the owners' absence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily meal production with a strong focus on consistency and quality
  • Assist in managing overall kitchen operations
  • Maintain and enforce food safety and compliance standards
  • Delegate tasks and manage workflow efficiently
  • Cook to a high, consistent standard
  • Lead, motivate and support a small kitchen team
  • Uphold excellent standards of cleanliness, organisation, and prep
  • Liaise with head chef to ensure smooth operations and production planning

What We're Looking For

  • Experience in a production kitchen (ready-meals experience highly beneficial)
  • Strong attention to detail and a meticulous approach to prep and cleanliness
  • Confident leadership with the ability to run the kitchen when required
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work under direction
  • Ability to manage time, staff and tasks effectively
  • A calm, reliable and professional presence in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong understanding of food safety requirements

Why Join Pippa's Kitchen?

  • Monday to Friday roster – no nights, no weekends
  • Small, supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to take ownership and grow with the business
  • Work in a kitchen focused on high-quality, healthy ready-made meals

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 – $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person

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