Sous Chef

Mygration Pty Ltd
Posted today
Location:
Cabramatta, New South Wales
Contract Type:
Full Time
Experience Required:
3 to 4 years
Education Level:
Vocational Qualification
Salary:
80.000,00 AUD /  Annual
Job Description
Location: Cabramatta, NSW
Full-Time: Immediate start
Reports to: Head Chef & Executive Chef
Salary range: $80,000 - $85,000
Job Closure date: 31/8/2025

Position Overview: Mygration is engaged by one of Sydney’s most celebrated culinary ambassadors to appoint a Sous Chef for their flagship fine-dining restaurant.

Role snapshot
You will be second-in-command to the Head Chef, steering a brigade of 11-20 through every service while upholding international standards of precision, creativity and consistency. Expect to shape menus, mentor chefs at every level and safeguard margins without ever compromising the guest experience.

Tasks & Responsibilities
• Run all sections during service, ensuring flawless execution and timing.
• Oversee ordering, stock rotation and wastage reduction.
• Maintain immaculate sanitation and safety records.
• Coach Chef de Parties and juniors through structured feedback and live demos.
• Foster a resilient, collaborative culture that thrives during peak periods.
• Co-create seasonal tasting menus and à-la-carte dishes, integrating global trends and premium local produce.
• Refine plating and flavour profiles to reinforce the restaurant’s reputation as a Sydney benchmark.

Core requirements
• 3 + years as Sous Chef or Senior Chef in high level establishments.
• Command of classical and modern technique (sous-vide, fermentation, molecular gastronomy, advanced pastry, refined plating).
• Demonstrated cost control, inventory mastery and full HACCP compliance.
• Proven ability to inspire, train and retain high-performing teams in high-volume, high-pressure services.
• Formal culinary qualification (Cert III/IV Commercial Cookery or international equivalent).

Offer to suitable Candidate
• Competitive salary + performance incentives.
• Clear progression path to Executive Chef.
• Ongoing professional development, including stage opportunities abroad.
• Staff meals, dining discounts and industry-leading equipment.
• Sponsorship available for right candidate

To Apply
• Send CV, and a one-page cover letter addressing:
o A complex dish you synchronised for a fine-dining service.
o Your approach to mentoring a Chef de Partie.
o The culinary philosophy that drives you.
Number of vacancies: 1
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Company Description
Mygration is a registered migration agency that provide services to Australian Employers who are seeking to recruit overseas skilled workers for various roles in Australia
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