Sous chef
- Lead, coach and develop the kitchen team while coordinating busy service periods and stepping in for the Head Chef when required.
- Maintain food quality, presentation, consistency, food safety and kitchen procedures, while managing ordering, stock, food costing, rosters and labour.
- Contribute to menu development and seasonal specials in an established Canberra venue serving modern Australian and quality pub-style food.
- $70K-$80K + super, with flexibility for the right candidate.
- Tuesday to Saturday roster, giving you Sundays and Mondays off.
- Leadership role with genuine ownership across all areas of the business.
About the Client
Our client is a well-established Canberra hospitality venue known for quality pub dining, generous modern Australian food and a strong focus on fresh, seasonal produce. The kitchen delivers a varied menu of classic pub favourites and elevated dishes, supported by a strong local following and busy service periods. This is an opportunity to join a well-run operation where quality food, consistency and a great guest experience are central to the kitchen. Canberra offers a great change of pace from the busy city lifestyle, with a relaxed environment, excellent amenities and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.
About the Position
Step into a key kitchen leadership role and work alongside an experienced leadership team in a busy, quality-driven operation. As Sous Chef, you’ll help lead the kitchen team, maintain food standards, and have genuine input into the day-to-day running of the kitchen and menu. Offering $80–90K + super, this is an ideal opportunity for a strong CDP or current Sous Chef ready to take the next step. If you enjoy quality pub food, a busy service and leading from the front, this is a great opportunity to make a change from the pace of the major cities.
Position Description
- Lead, coach and develop the kitchen team
- Assist with menu development, specials and seasonal offerings
- Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
- Assist with ordering, stock control and food costing
- Monitor food preparation, portion control and kitchen procedures
- Maintain food safety, hygiene and WHS standards
- Assist with kitchen rosters and labour management
- Coordinate service across busy periods
- Step into the Head Chef’s responsibilities when required
Position Requirements
- Previous Sous Chef or strong Senior CDP experience
- Background in busy pub, restaurant or hotel kitchens
- Strong knowledge of modern Australian and quality pub-style food
- Passion, creativity and genuine desire to cook good food!
- Experience with menu preparation, stock control and food costing
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to maintain quality and consistency during busy services
- Relevant Commercial Cookery qualification
- Strong food safety and hygiene knowledge
- Flexible to work evenings, weekends and public holidays
Salary & Benefits
- $80–90K + super, depending on experience
- Key leadership role within an established Canberra venue
- Genuine input into food quality and menu development
- Supportive management team
- Opportunity to develop your leadership experience
- Canberra lifestyle with a more relaxed pace than Sydney or Melbourne
- Excellent access to the outdoors, dining and local amenities
Join a quality Canberra kitchen as Sous Chef, leading a strong team and delivering modern pub dining for $80–90K + super.
Reference number: 1198507
Profession:Hospitality & TourismChefs/Cooks
Company: Frontline Recruitment
Date posted: 11th Nov, 2026
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