Junior Sous Chef

Additional Information
Job Number

Job Category
Food and Beverage & Culinary

Location
Pier One Sydney Harbour Autograph Collection, 11 Hickson Road, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2000VIEW ON MAP

Schedule
Full Time

Located Remotely?
N

Position Type
Management

At Pier One Sydney Harbour, every dish is a reflection of passion, precision, and teamwork.
We're looking for a
Junior Sous Chef
who's ready to take the next step in their culinary career. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen, love mentoring others, and have a strong foundation in food preparation and kitchen operations, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose and creativity.

About The Role
As
Junior Sous Chef
, you'll play a key role in the daily success of our kitchen. You'll assist in leading the culinary team, support food production across all outlets, and ensure high standards of quality, safety, and presentation. From prepping ingredients to coordinating service, you'll help deliver exceptional dining experiences while supporting the growth of your team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in supervising daily kitchen operations and lead shifts as needed
• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes to recipe and presentation standards
• Support food production for restaurant, banquets, and special events
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards across all kitchen areas
• Monitor food quality and ensure consistency in taste and presentation
• Coordinate with restaurant and banquet teams to ensure timely service
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, providing feedback and guidance
• Participate in menu development, promotions, and food displays
• Manage inventory, assist with purchasing, and control food costs
• Report equipment issues and ensure proper maintenance is scheduled
• Uphold company policies and safety procedures at all times
• Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture focused on excellence

About You

• 2 - 4 years of experience in culinary or food & beverage operations
• Formal culinary training or relevant qualifications
• Strong cooking skills across multiple stations and cuisines
• Passionate about food quality, presentation, and guest satisfaction
• Able to lead by example and support team development
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Flexible availability including weekends and holidays
• Full working rights in Australia

Why You'll Love It Here

• Be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and culinary excellence
• Enjoy complimentary meals, coffee, and uniform care
• Access exclusive hotel and travel discounts for you and your loved ones
• Grow your career with hands-on training and development opportunities
• Thrive in a supportive, inclusive workplace culture
• Participate in our Employee Assistance Program and referral incentives

Ready to lead with passion and precision?
Apply now and bring your culinary vision to life at Pier One.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer and recognize that true diversity includes gender, age, race, disability status, sexual orientation, religion, neurodiversity, education levels, and many more aspects of your identity
Marriott is committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you have disability, illness or injury, we know that it may be helpful for us to adjust our process to make it equitable for your individual situation. If you would like to reach out to someone to discuss adjustments and our recruitment process, please email us at

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The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today's traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.
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