We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Sous Chef to support the Executive Chef and greater Kitchen Brigade to lead the success of Adelaide Oval. Along with the Executive Chef, you will be overseeing the kitchen operations across multiple function rooms and corporate suites. The Sous Chef will play an integral role in the kitchen team and the successful applicant must have proven hands-on experience in a busy venue that thrives on providing exceptional food.
Salary range 70K – 80K + super
Duties
- Leading the Kitchen team and providing hands-on support.
- Planning and coordination of Food operations in consultation with other department managers to achieve short and long
- term business objectives.
- Working with Kitchen staff on the introduction and implementation of new and innovative menus to generate revenue
- and meet customer expectations.
- Ensuring the correct use of inventory control systems, purchasing and delivery of supplies through supply options, suppliers,
- product quality, cost levels, and contract negotiations.
- Management of assigned HACCP (food hygiene) plan.
Qualifications and Experience Required
- Trade qualified Chef (5+ years experience).
- Experience of working in the Food and Beverage industry, preferably within a stadium.
- Assisting in writing menus and the implementation of menu and function packages.
- Management of a Functions and Events Kitchen Brigade.
- Major event and public catering.
- Multi-function Food and Beverage operations.
- Ability to maintain high workloads, and meet deadlines within specified time frames.
- Demonstrate strong leadership and management skills.
What’s in it for you
While working at the iconic Adelaide Oval, you’ll be rewarded for contributing to the delivery of World Class events through our suite of reward and recognition initiatives. To help you kick goals while working with us, you’ll have access to staff benefits including:
- Discounts across Adelaide Oval, RoofClimb, and Oval Hotel.
- Paid Parental Leave (over and above the Government PPL scheme).
- Subsidised car parking
- Health & Wellness programs
- Training & development opportunities
- Private Health corporate discounts
- Out of hours, work is a requirement of this role, in line with the business operations.
Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Thank you.