Sous Chef

2 weeks ago

North Sydney Council, Australia Etymon Projects Full time

Full Job Description

Join the team at Poetica Bar & Grill, a refined and relaxed modern Sydney Bar & Grill in the heart of North Sydney. We opened our doors to rave reviews in early September 2023 and were awarded One Hat by the Good Food Guide within our first few weeks of operation.

Fire, wood and charcoal are at the heart of Poetica. Along one side of our 120-seat, light-filled dining room sits an impressive 700-bottle wine wall, glass-fronted dry-ageing cabinets, and a 15-metre-long open kitchen featuring a Josper charcoal oven and custom wood-burning hearth.

The Company

The Etymon Projects vision is to create, curate and manage world-class hospitality, lifestyle and leisure businesses within Australia and offshore.

We are looking for people who align with our values of Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Passion, and who want to contribute to a growing hospitality group with people at its centre.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and driven Sous Chef to support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the Poetica kitchen. This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role in a highly regarded venue, working with premium produce, live fire cooking, and a passionate, dedicated team.

Reporting to the Head Chef, you will be responsible for facilitating smooth kitchen operations, maintaining the highest food quality and consistency, and ensuring compliance with all hygiene and safety standards, while fostering a high-performance and collaborative team culture.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Head Chef in the development and execution of seasonal menus
  • Maintain and refine kitchen service standards to ensure efficiency and consistency
  • Manage COGS, stock ordering, and kitchen wages to support profitability
  • Lead and inspire the kitchen team, setting behavioural and performance benchmarks
  • Manage supplier relationships and product quality control
  • Oversee food preparation and service to ensure dishes consistently meet Poetica's standards
  • Train, mentor and develop junior chefs and kitchen staff
  • Ensure all WH&S, food safety and hygiene standards are followed at all times

Experience & Qualifications

  • Proven experience in a Sous Chef or senior leadership role within high-end or fine dining restaurants
  • Experience in Hatted or Michelin-recognised venues preferred
  • Experience working with live fire, charcoal grills or wood-fired cooking is highly regarded
  • Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development
  • Previous experience in opening or scaling premium venues is beneficial
  • A strong commitment to personal and professional growth

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