Sous Chef | Apollo Bay Hotel
- Lead the kitchen at Apollo Bay Hotel, ensuring high food quality and presentation standards.
- Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and team management.
- Train and develop junior chefs while maintaining food safety compliance.
Lead the kitchen at one of Victoria's most iconic coastal pubs.
Apollo Bay Hotel is looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our high-performing kitchen team. Located along the spectacular Great Ocean Road, our venue is a favourite with both locals and the thousands of visitors who flock to Apollo Bay each year.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate chef who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is ready to take the next step in their career.
What you'll be doing:
Support the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen
Lead and motivate the team during busy services
Maintain high food quality and presentation standards
Assist with rostering, ordering, stock control and cost management
Train and develop junior chefs
Ensure food safety and compliance standards are consistently met
About you:
Previous experience as a Sous Chef or a strong Senior Chef ready to step up
Proven experience working in high-volume kitchens
Calm under pressure with excellent time management skills
Passionate about quality food and leading by example
Strong communication and organisational skills
Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and public holidays
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary package
Career progression opportunities with Australian Venue Co.
Staff discounts across 250+ AVC venues
Work in a thriving, high-volume coastal venue with strong seasonal trade
Join a supportive team that values great food, teamwork and development
If you're an experienced chef looking for your next challenge in one of Australia's most beautiful coastal locations, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and bring your leadership, passion and experience to Apollo Bay Hotel.
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