Sous Chef | 400 Gradi

2 weeks ago

Ringwood East, Victoria, Australia 400 Gradi Eastland (Wattle Fork Pty Ltd) Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

400 Gradi Eastlands is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our team and support the Head Chef in leading daily kitchen operations. This is an exciting Full-time opportunity for a passionate chef who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to take ownership of rostering, ordering, and running the kitchen when the Head Chef is not on site.

We are looking for someone with strong leadership skills, excellent organisation, and a genuine passion for food. Italian cuisine knowledge is highly regarded, but not essential.

Required

  • Minimum 5 years' experience as a Sous Chef in restaurants
  • Strong knowledge of rostering, ordering, and stock control
  • Full working rights in Australia
  • Flexibility to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
  • Ability to manage and lead a team in the Head Chef's absence

Salary : $75,000 – $80,000 + super (based on experience)

Location: Eastland Shopping Centre, Ringwood VIC

As a Sous Chef, you'll be responsible for:

  • Leading and mentoring the kitchen team alongside the Head Chef
  • Preparing and presenting high-quality dishes with consistency
  • Managing rosters, stock, and supplier orders
  • Maintaining kitchen standards and ensuring compliance with food safety requirements
  • Supporting a positive and collaborative work environment

Who we are

Gradi Group (400 Gradi, Zero Gradi, Mercato & Pronto) has been part of Melbourne's hospitality scene for the past 10 years, operating across Melbourne, Adelaide, and overseas. We are an award-winning family-run business specialising in traditional Italian cuisine.

Our focus is to use fresh, top-quality ingredients to prepare authentic and uncomplicated Italian dishes for our customers.

We offer:

  • Competitive salary for full-time roles
  • Balanced work-life environment
  • Staff meals
  • 10% discount across all Gradi venues
  • Career development and training opportunities

You will need:

  • Minimum 5 years' experience as a Sous Chef in restaurants
  • Full working rights in Australia
  • Strong leadership and organisational skills
  • Experience in rostering and ordering
  • Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Commitment to maintaining high kitchen standards and company policies
  • Enthusiastic, reliable, and team-focused attitude

If you love creating beautiful food, thrive in a team environment, and want to grow your career with a respected hospitality group, we'd love to hear from you

Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we may receive, only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.

'CHI MANGIA BENE, VIVE BENE'

'WHO EATS WELL, LIVES WELL'

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Professional development assistance
  • Salary packaging

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Ringwood VIC 3134: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • Restaurant industry: 5 years (Required)
  • Jr Sous or Sous Chef: 5 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Required)

Location:

  • Ringwood VIC 3134 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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