Sous-Chef - Midday

We're building something special and we're looking for a Sous Chef who's ready to step into a leadership role where calm efficiency, beautiful food, and great systems matter just as much as flavour.

This role is part of the Midday team - our nourishing, modern corporate catering arm - focused on batch-prepped lunches that feel fresh, seasonal, and intentional.

You'll be based in Sydney and working directly with our Head Chef to lead prep flow, mentor junior staff, and ensure every meal that leaves our kitchen meets our standard.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Part-time position, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend events
• Lead daily prep across Midday menu items: grains, proteins, dressings, salads, and hot components
• Oversee a small team of commis and casual prep chefs
• Manage ordering, stock control, and food safety systems
• Ensure portioning, packaging, and plating all meet brand standards

WHO YOU ARE

• You're calm under pressure and organised by nature
• Comfortable handling all aspects from prep to packing by yourself
• You've got 2+ years experience as a Sous Chef or strong CDP in high-volume kitchens, catering, hotels or cafes
• You're confident leading prep teams and running the kitchen when needed
• You know your way around costings, wastage, ordering, and quality control
• You genuinely care about food - the flavour and the presentation

An advantage if:

• You've worked in a catering environment
• You've led casual teams and trained junior chefs

WHY JOIN US?

• Work alongside a tight-knit crew building something fresh in the catering world
• A chance to grow as our company grows with leadership, training, and creative opportunities available
• Staff tastings, real feedback, and input into menus

READY TO APPLY?

Submit your resume via seek and tell us:

• Why you want to join Midday
• A dish you love prepping in bulk
• What a great kitchen team means to you

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $35.00 – $42.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

Work Location: In person