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Sous Chef

The Berry General Store Pty Ltd
Berry NSW 2535

Located in the heart of Berry, NSW, The Berry General Store is a well-loved café and restaurant serving honest, seasonal food made with quality local produce. Our menu spans all-day breakfast, fresh sandwiches, vibrant lunch dishes, and a busy weekend service, all paired with a strong sense of community and genuine hospitality.

We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen and enjoys leading by example. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in consistency, organisation, and developing others while working alongside the Head Chef to drive a high-performing kitchen.

You'll be a key part of the leadership team, helping oversee day-to-day operations, maintaining high food standards and ensuring service runs smoothly. We're looking for someone who is calm under pressure, highly organised, and passionate about creating great food while building a positive kitchen culture.

You should have previous experience as a Sous Chef or an experienced Senior Chef ready to step into a leadership role. Strong communication skills, excellent time management, and a hands-on approach are essential.

This full-time position is based in Berry, NSW, and is open to Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents, and overseas applicants with suitable skills and English competency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist the Head Chef with the daily management of kitchen operations.
Lead the kitchen during service, ensuring efficient workflow and consistently high food quality.
Prepare and cook dishes that reflect The Berry General Store's seasonal menu and presentation standards.
Supervise, train, and support junior chefs and kitchen staff.
Ensure recipes, portion control, and plating standards are maintained across every service.
Assist with ordering, stock control, and inventory management to minimise waste.
Monitor food costs and contribute ideas to improve efficiency and profitability.
Receive, check, and correctly store deliveries, ensuring stock rotation and food quality.
Maintain exceptional food safety, hygiene, and WHS standards at all times.
Work with the Head Chef to develop daily specials, seasonal menu changes, and new dishes.
Help create a positive, professional, and respectful team culture.
Step into the Head Chef's role during leave or days off, ensuring the kitchen continues to operate to the same standard.

What We're Looking For:

Previous Sous Chef experience or a strong Senior Chef ready for the next step.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure.
Strong understanding of food costing, stock management, and kitchen systems.
Passion for seasonal produce and consistently delivering high-quality food.
Ability to mentor and develop junior chefs.
Full Australian working rights or eligibility for employer sponsorship.

Salary:

$80,000–$90,000 + Superannuation (or adjust to suit your budget).

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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