Sous Chef
- Support the Head Chef in running the kitchen and take the lead in their absence.
- Deliver consistent food quality and maintain high standards in a busy pub environment.
- Guide and support kitchen team members while ensuring food safety and hygiene.
Salisbury Hotel - Salisbury 5108
Sous Chef | Salisbury Hotel
Salisbury, SA 5108 | Matthews Hospitality Group
Love cooking great pub food and working with a team that pulls together? Join Salisbury Hotel as our Sous Chef.
We’re looking for a qualified chef or highly experienced cook ready to bring their skills, energy and practical leadership to our small, cohesive kitchen team.
This is a highly hands-on role, working alongside the Head Chef through preparation and service. You’ll help keep the kitchen organised, support your teammates and deliver consistent meals that keep our locals coming back.
ABOUT US
The Salisbury Hotel is a welcoming, family-friendly pub and part of Matthews Hospitality Group, a South Australian family business with more than 80 years in hospitality.
Our core philosophy is simple: Making others feel good, feels great!
Our kitchen serves popular pub favourites, busy specials nights, and half-price lunches, plus a salad and vegetable bar. We take pride in good food, friendly service and a team that works well together.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Sous Chef, you’ll support the Head Chef in running the kitchen day-to-day and take the lead in their absence. You’ll be actively involved in cooking, coordinating service and helping the team maintain high standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Working alongside the Head Chef through preparation and busy services.
- Delivering consistent food quality, presentation and timely meals.
- Helping organise preparation for specials nights and lunch services.
- Keeping the salad and vegetable bar fresh, appealing and well stocked.
- Supporting ordering, stock rotation, portion control and waste reduction.
- Guiding and supporting kitchen team members.
- Maintaining food safety, hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
- Working with the front-of-house team to keep service running smoothly.
- Leading the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
ABOUT YOU
You may be an experienced Sous Chef, a qualified chef ready to step up, or a highly experienced cook with the skills to support and lead a kitchen team.
You’ll bring:
- Strong cooking skills and experience in a busy pub or similar kitchen.
- Good organisation and the ability to prioritise during service.
- A calm, practical approach and clear communication.
- A willingness to pitch in and support your teammates.
- Pride in well-executed pub food and consistent standards.
- Sound knowledge of food safety and stock management.
- Availability for split shifts, evenings and weekends.
WHY JOIN US?
Work with a small, cohesive kitchen team where your contribution matters.
Build your leadership skills while working alongside the Head Chef.
Enjoy the pace and variety of a busy local pub.
Be part of an established, family-owned hospitality group with opportunities to learn and develop.
Be recognised for your teamwork, reliability and pride in your work.
Ready for your next move?
Apply with your resume and a brief introduction outlining your kitchen experience and what you would bring to the Salisbury Hotel team.
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