- Growing Sydney hospitality group with multiple high-performing venues led by a two-hatted chef
- Two roles: Head Chef (modern Italian) or Sous Chef (new French bistro opening)
- Strong career progression, structured support, and premium working environment
About the Group & Venues
A growing hospitality group with a portfolio of successful venues across Sydney’s south is strengthening its leadership team across two distinct yet complementary kitchens.
The group operates a collection of well-established, high-performing venues ranging from elevated gastropubs to refined European-style bistros. Backed by experienced ownership and guided by a highly regarded two-hatted Sydney chef at group level, the business blends strong commercial structure with genuine culinary direction.
One venue is a busy, community-driven modern Italian bistro with a loyal following and consistent trade. The other is an upcoming modern French-inspired venue, designed as a more refined, technique-led offering with a strong late-night and social dining element.
Both venues are located within Sydney’s southern suburbs.
The Opportunities
1. Head Chef (Step-Up Opportunity – Modern Italian Bistro)
A rare opportunity for a Head Chef or a strong Sous Chef to step into their first Head Chef role within a structured, supportive environment.
- Lead a well-established kitchen within a gastropub setting
- Modern Italian menu with seasonal influence and refined pub classics
- Open kitchen environment requiring confident, visible leadership
- Full ownership of day-to-day operations with executive support
- Focus on consistency, team development, and service standards
2. Sous Chef (Modern French / European Bistro – New Opening)
Work alongside an experienced Head Chef in shaping a new, refined bistro concept.
- Modern French-inspired menu with small plates and technique-driven execution
- 80+ seat venue with bar-led, social dining focus
- Opportunity to be part of a new opening and concept development
- Exposure to elevated cooking styles and structured kitchen systems
- Strong focus on culture, collaboration, and progression
Ideal for a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous ready to step into a more refined, creative kitchen environment.
About You (Both Roles)
- Calm, composed and confident during busy service
- Strong understanding of food cost, labour and kitchen systems (Head Chef focus)
- Passion for quality produce and consistent execution
- Natural leadership style with the ability to mentor and build team culture
- Comfortable working in structured, commercially driven environments
- Ambitious and growth-oriented within a multi-venue group
The Offer
Head Chef Role:
- Up to $110K + Super
- Sunday & Monday Off
- Sponsorship available
- Structured support from executive leadership
- Established team and systems in place
- Consistent roster with early finishes and consecutive days off
Sous Chef Role:
- Up to $90K + Super
- New venue opening exposure
- Work alongside experienced leadership
- Clear progression within a growing group
Why Join
- Be part of a growing, well-backed hospitality group
- Work across two very different but complementary venues
- Real progression opportunities as the group expands
- Strong balance of creativity and commercial structure
- Supportive ownership that values consistency, culture, and long-term growth
Confidentiality Assured
This advertisement has been intentionally generalised to protect the identity of the venues. Full details will be shared with shortlisted candidates.
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