Sous Chef | Applejack Hospitality

Applejack Hospitality is looking for a Sous Chef to help lead our kitchen team to further success. Working with some of the best in the industry, in a growing hospitality company, that is already operating 9 successful venues in Sydney and our most exciting project on the way. We offer an excellent salary package, bonus structure and tips. This is the chance to work for one of Australia’s most exciting hospitality companies, Applejack Hospitality.Applejack is known for its incredible culture and team morale, with trips and events throughout the year and generous discounts in all 9 award-winning venues:

• Bopp & Tone, CBD
• RAFI, North Sydney 
• The Botanist, Kirribilli
• The Butler, Potts Point
• SoCal Sydney, Neutral Bay
• Forresters, Surry Hills
• Hesters, CBD
• Junes Shoppe, CBD 
• Taphouse, Darlinghurst
• URBNSURF, Sydney Olympic Park Coming soon!

Our menu is a vibrant celebration of local and seasonal produce available across Australia. From the freshest vegetables and fruits to sustainably sourced seafood and meat, our focus is on extracting the best from each ingredient with minimal intervention. Our adaptable menu offers a rich variety, accommodating those craving heartier options as well as those looking for lighter nibbles.

As the Sous Chef you will work closely with the venues Head Chef, Along with the guidance of one of Sydney's most renowned names Patrick Friesen, you will be responsible for all elements of the kitchen operation, inducting and training junior chefs and mentoring younger members of the team, guiding them to success.

To be a successful candidate for this role, you will need to have the ability to lead and work in a team, have great technical skills, and experience in modern bistro cuisine with an in-depth understanding of kitchen systems and above all, a passion for service and the restaurant industry.

Alongside the previous, you will also need the following:

• Hold a minimum Certificate III in Commercial Cookery or have relative industry experience 
• Previous experience in an A la Carte service
• A dedicated individual looking to propel their career
• Be able to manage any and all kitchen sections - the pass, pans, grill, larder, and fryer  
• Previous experience in ordering, stock control and rostering

The Perks:

• Work with a company that values inclusivity and cultural and gender equality
• Access to a range of learning development activities and career progression
• Dedicated mental health program, offering free one on one sessions
• Extensive food and beverage training
• Competitive Tipping structure
• Paid overtime and additional leave/time off 
• Company discount when you dine/ drink at any of our venues
• Social outings and events
• In-venue and company-wide incentives
• A Flexible Roster with work-life balance

Remuneration is negotiable and will reflect your skills and the level of experience you can bring to the success of the kitchen. We pay above award and expect generous tips and incentives.

Check us out - https://applejackhospitality.com.au/team-culture/

If you are interested in this position, submit your CV today or contact us at ****@applejackhospitality.com.au if you would like to have a confidential conversation about the role.