Sous Chef

Newstead Hotel is currently seeking a passionate, enthusiastic Sous Chef to assist our Head Chef in leading a busy kitchen team. Our Sous Chef supports the Head Chef with the day to day running of the kitchen and meal production and is responsible for supervising the kitchen team in the absence of the Head Chef. Your duties will include, but limited to: The ability to work as a member of a team and cooperate with customers, management and co-workers Assist in the Kitchen with prep, cooking, and service Directly work with the head chef with changes to rosters, menus, and ordering Stock, and cleaning duties. To be successful in this role you will have the following: Previous experience in pub/bistro style dining (preferred but not essential) Ability to lead a team in the absence of the Head Chef A flexible approach to working hours, as you will be required to work a variety of shifts, including split shifts, across a 7 day rotating roster Computer literacy, in particular experience in ordering and costing goods and developing employee rosters Excellent interpersonal and communication skills A focus on service excellence Qualifications A trade qualification, coupled with a minimum of 3 years' commercial cookery experience Please note to be successful for this role you need to be able to work a variety of night and weekend shifts, which may include public holidays. The Newstead Hotel is a part of the Vantage Hotel Group and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants form all backgrounds to apply.   If this role sounds like you, please apply at www.vantagegroup.com.au/careers/  with an updated copy of your CV/Resume and a cover letter addressing the above criteria and what you can bring to our team at The Newstead Hotel. If you require more information please contact McKeag Jensen, Talent Acquisition Advisor on ******. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews will be conducted accordingly.