Sous Chef

1 day ago

Adelaide, South Australia Matthews Hospitality Full time $90,000 per year

Big things are happening at The Sussex Hotel, Walkerville We are looking for a highly experienced Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to make their mark in a brand-new kitchen.

About the Role:

As our Sous Chef, you'll play a pivotal role in leading the kitchen team and ensuring smooth service, especially during peak periods, serving hundreds of meals daily. We need someone who can:

  • Manage a large-scale kitchen operation with confidence and precision.
  • Train, mentor and upskill, ensuring the team consistently delivers high-quality meals.
  • Stay calm under pressure, maintaining efficiency and professionalism even during the busiest services.
  • Be a driven and passionate leader with a vision to create standout dining experiences.
  • Ensure the highest food safety and hygiene standards are met at all times.
  • Consistency is everything when it comes to building long-term success. The end goal is to deliver quality, flavour, and presentation with minimal wait times.

What We're Looking For:

  • Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume venue. Minimum five years experience in similar roles.
  • Strong leadership skills with a focus on training, development, and team morale.
  • Ability to handle a large volume of meals and deliver excellence during high-pressure services.
  • A dynamic, innovative chef with a genuine passion for food and quality work.
  • A commitment to maintaining top-tier food safety and cleanliness standards.
  • Support of the Head Chef in achieving performance standards and seamless operations.
  • Availability to work five shifts per week, including evenings and weekends.
  • Applicants must live in/around Adelaide and be Australian citizens or permanent residents.

Why Join Us?

  • Brand new kitchen with state-of-the-art equipment.
  • Competitive package and benefits starting from $90,000 p.a.
  • Be part of the exciting reopening of The Sussex Hotel, destined to become the next best place to be in Adelaide.
  • Be integral in building a high-performing team.
  • Career growth opportunities in a venue that values leadership, innovation, and quality.
  • Discounts across all Matthews Hospitality Group venues
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Bupa Private Health and Gym benefits.

Join the Matthews Hospitality family, where we empower others to thrive, show up for success, and uphold the highest professional standards. As a proudly South Australian-owned, family-run business, we operate with honesty and integrity and are passionate about creating happiness through hospitality.

We believe that making others feel good feels great, and we are committed to supporting our people, customers, and local communities. With a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are working hard to reduce our impact on the earth while delivering exceptional hospitality experiences. Ready to be part of something bigger?

  • Applications close: 6th October 2025
  • Start date: 27th October 2025

Applications are to be submitted online by following the link. Please have your resume and cover letter ready to upload in one file. Ensure you complete each stage of the application process.

Let's make The Sussex Hotel the place to be—together.

Walkerville

South Australia

5081

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