About Muse Culinary Events
Muse Culinary Events is a premium catering and events company based in Port Melbourne, operating from our private waterfront venue, The Chandlery.
We specialise in seasonal, produce-driven menus cooked over live fire, delivering unforgettable dining experiences at weddings, corporate events, private homes and unique venues across Victoria.
We work closely with some of the country's best farmers, growers, winemakers and producers, building menus around exceptional local ingredients and genuine hospitality.
Why Join Us?
- Work with exceptional Australian produce and seasonal menus.
- Cook over live fire using custom-built grills and equipment.
- Be part of a passionate, close-knit and growing team.
- Work across incredible venues, private estates and unique event locations.
- Learn directly from local producers, farmers, distilleries and winemakers.
- Be encouraged to develop your skills in live-fire cooking, fermentation, preservation and whole-animal cookery.
- No two weeks are ever the same.
The Role
We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef to support our Executive Chef and Head Chef in delivering exceptional events through strong kitchen leadership, quality execution and attention to detail.
This is a hands-on role focused on leading daily prep, coordinating event pack-outs, mentoring junior chefs and ensuring every event leaves the kitchen organised, consistent and ready for service.
You'll be confident running the kitchen in the Head Chef's absence, leading small teams and thriving in a fast-paced events environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily kitchen prep and coordinate production for upcoming events.
- Prepare and maintain prep lists in collaboration with the Head Chef.
- Coordinate event pack-outs and ensure all equipment and food are prepared accurately.
- Lead kitchen teams during onsite and offsite events.
- Train, mentor and support junior chefs, casuals and contractors.
- Maintain quality control, recipe consistency and portion standards.
- Ensure food safety documentation and daily compliance records are completed accurately.
- Assist with stock takes, ordering and inventory management.
- Check deliveries and report any discrepancies.
- Execute live-fire cooking across a variety of venues and event locations.
- Assist with preservation programs including curing, fermenting, smoking and pickling.
- Maintain a clean, organised and professional kitchen environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
