Sous Chef

Description:

The Role

We are looking for a talented and driven Sous Chef to join our in-house kitchen team and support the delivery of exceptional dining experiences for our employees, guests and clients.

This is a full-time, permanent role based in our office in Sydney CBD. Ordinary working hours will be Monday to Friday, 7am to 3:30pm, however some flexibility to work evenings or weekends may be required on occasion.

The Sous Chef will work closely with our Executive Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring that our dining and catering services are executed to the highest standards. This is a hands-on role that will involve cooking, menu planning, and maintaining a safe, efficient, and positive kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food for:

  • Client functions and events

  • Staff events, including morning and afternoon teas, cocktail functions and other internal networking events

  • Working lunches

  • Our on-site café

• Assist in the preparation of menus for all meals and catered events, with attention given to seasonal produce and common dietary requirements

• Mentor and train kitchen staff, ensuring smooth and efficient food production

• Ensure food is prepared and presented according to company standards, while maintaining consistency and quality

• Oversee kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and compliance with New South Wales health and safety regulations

• Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment, inventory, and stock levels

• Manage food waste and maintain cost-effective operations

• Assist with online ordering, invoicing and pricing

• Step in for the Head Chef when required, ensuring seamless kitchen operations

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Relevant hospitality/culinary qualification

• 5 years full time employment experience in a fine dining, corporate or catering environment

• Passion for producing high quality, well-presented food

• Strong knowledge of day-to-day kitchen operations (including invoicing) and unwavering adherence to food safety, hygiene and allergen protocols

• Strong work ethic and an ability to remain calm under pressure

• Excellent team work skills

• Strong attention to detail

• Excellent writing and oral communication skills

About Us

Clayton Utz is one of Australia's oldest and largest independent commercial law firms, with offices in six cities and over 1700 employees.

At Clayton Utz, we are committed to fostering a workplace where our people feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Access to professional development programs and career growth opportunities

• A focus on health and wellbeing, with a variety of initiatives to support your physical and mental health

• A collaborative and inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and promotes belonging

• Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave which can be used flexibly over 2 years, plus paid superannuation

• Purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave annually

How to Apply?

We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Consultant Contact Details

Accessibility and Inclusion

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to recruitmentsupport@claytonutz.com.

For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit www.claytonutz.com or follow us on LinkedIn here.

Agency submissions

Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.