Sous Chef

2 days ago


South Yarra, Victoria, Australia Abacus Full time $75,000 - $85,000 per year

Sous Chef (Day Service)

Location: Abacus South Yarra

Days: Wednesday – Sunday

About Abacus

Abacus South Yarra is a busy, high-profile all-day restaurant known for its focus on fresh, seasonal produce and creative brunch, lunch & dinner menus. We take pride in quality, consistency, and delivering an upmarket yet relaxed dining experience.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Sous Chef to join our team and lead the kitchen during the day service. You will work closely with the Head Chef to manage prep, service, and team leadership across brunch and lunch.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee day service Wednesday–Sunday, ensuring food quality, speed, and presentation standards are met
  • Support the Head Chef in daily operations, menu execution, and specials development
  • Lead and mentor junior kitchen staff, providing training and feedback
  • Maintain a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment in line with food safety standards
  • Manage prep schedules to ensure service runs smoothly
  • Assist with ordering, stock control, and minimising wastage
  • Step up to cover Head Chef duties when required

About You

  • Minimum 2–3 years experience as a Sous Chef or strong experience as a Chef de Partie ready to step up
  • Background in high-volume brunch/lunch venues or premium casual dining
  • Strong organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to run service and keep the team calm under pressure
  • A passion for fresh produce, modern brunch dishes, and creative plating
  • Knowledge of food safety and OH&S compliance
  • Flexible, reliable, and committed to a five-day roster (Wednesday–Sunday)

Why Join Abacus

  • Work in a well-established South Yarra venue with a strong reputation
  • Supportive leadership team and opportunities for career growth
  • Creative kitchen environment where ideas are encouraged
  • Consistent hours focused on day service (evenings off on weekdays)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person


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