The Westport Club | Sous Chef
- Lead and develop a team of chefs and apprentices in a high-volume kitchen.
- Maintain exceptional food quality and presentation across all outlets.
- Assist with menu development, stock control, and compliance with food safety standards.
Are you a natural leader? Do you thrive in a high-volume kitchen where no two days are the same? Can your team count on you to deliver exceptional food and lead by example, service after service? If so, The Westport Club could be the perfect next step in your culinary career.
Imagine finishing every shift overlooking the stunning Hastings River while enjoying the relaxed coastal lifestyle that Port Macquarie is renowned for. From pristine beaches and scenic coastal walks to vibrant cafés, great schools and an unbeatable work-life balance, Port Macquarie offers the ideal place to build both your career and your lifestyle. The Westport Club is one of the Mid North Coast's premier hospitality destinations, operating 365 days a year across our à la carte restaurant, café, cocktail bar and busy events centre.
We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef who is passionate about developing people, maintaining high culinary standards and leading a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Working alongside our Head Chef, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of our kitchens while delivering memorable dining experiences for our members and guests.
In this role, you will:
- Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day operation of our kitchens.
- Lead, coach and develop a team of chefs and apprentices to achieve their full potential.
- Maintain exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation across all outlets.
- Assist with menu development, stock control, ordering and cost management.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, WHS and kitchen standards.
- Contribute to the long-term growth and success of our culinary operations.
- Foster strong relationships with suppliers to source quality ingredients at the best value.
Our Benefits:
Our team is our greatest asset, and we are proud to offer benefits that support long-term careers at The Westport Club
- Free espresso coffee from our team lounge.
- A $200 annual contribution towards your gym membership or sporting registration.
- Up to $1,500 in educational scholarships to support your professional development.
- Rosters published four weeks in advance.
- The opportunity to build your career with one of the region's leading hospitality venues.
If you're ready to join a team that values leadership, quality and innovation, while enjoying the incredible lifestyle Port Macquarie has to offer, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and discover where a career with The Westport Club and the incredible Port Macquarie lifestyle, can take you!
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