Senior Sous Chef - Restaurant & Bar, Pre-opening
Elizabeth Quay, 1 Spring Street, Perth WA 6000
About 1 Spring Street Sky Lounge - 36th floor
At 1 Spring Sky Lounge and our associated venues, we deliver hospitality with crafted elegance and a genuine connection to Perth. Every guest experience is built around authentic service, meaningful moments, and attention to detail.
Located within the Capital Square precinct above Elizabeth Quay, our Sky Lounge offers breathtaking 360° views of Perth's city skyline and the Swan River, creating one of the city's most exciting dining destinations.
As we prepare for opening, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Sous Chef to play a key role in delivering our culinary offering from day one.
Working independently and reporting directly to the Culinary Director, you will lead kitchen operations, support the development of the brigade and ensure exceptional dining experiences for our guests
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee kitchen operations for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Lead, supervise, and mentor the kitchen brigade to maintain the highest standards of food quality and presentation
- Oversee mise en place, service, and pack down, ensuring smooth and efficient kitchen operations
- Contribute to menu development and culinary innovation in line with the Sky Lounge concept
- Maintain strict compliance with all WHS (Work Health & Safety), HACCP, and food safety regulations
- Manage stock control and ordering to ensure quality and cost efficiency
- Ensure deliveries and receiving of food items follow 1 Spring Street delivery procedure
- Monitor and control food costs, wastage, and portion control in line with budget
- Inspect staff hygiene and grooming
- Ensure all kitchen staff hold current food-handler training (HLTFSE001 or equivalent)
- Coordinate effectively with front-of-house management to deliver a seamless guest dining experience
- Participate actively in team activities and support teamwork and training
- Maintain kitchen rosters and ensure coverage across meal periods
- Foster a positive and professional team environment
The Successful Candidate Will Possess
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a senior kitchen role, with demonstrated supervisory or leadership experience
- Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery — a higher qualification or trade certificate is highly regarded
- Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate (or willingness to obtain prior to commencement)
- Thorough knowledge of HACCP, OH&S, and food hygiene standards
- Strong skills in stock control and cost management
- Creative flair and a passion for contemporary cuisine using local WA produce
- Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills
- Ability to perform calmly and efficiently under pressure during peak service
- Flexibility to work varied shifts including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays
- Current Australian National Police Clearance (no more than three months old)
- Full Australian working rights — all applicants must be eligible to live and work in Australia
Why Join 1 Spring Street Sky Lounge?
- Be part of the pre-opening of 1 Spring Sky Lounge from day one
- Competitive senior-level remuneration and benefits, complementary car park
- Employee wellbeing and recognition programs
- Complimentary staff meals during shifts
- Career development opportunities within an expanding hospitality portfolio
- Work with a passionate team that values refined hospitality, collaboration, and meaningful guest connection
- Play a key role in the successful launch of one of Perth's newest dining destinations
If you are a passionate culinary leader ready to take your career to new heights, we want to hear from you. Apply now and become a key member of the team launching one of Perth's most exciting dining destinations.
