Job from partnerAbout the Client
Our client is a historic and highly regarded regional hospitality destination known for its estate-grown produce, cellar-door dining experience, and strong focus on seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine. The kitchen delivers a refined yet approachable menu that showcases local ingredients and a true connection to the surrounding land. Supported by experienced leadership and a stable, well-structured operation, the venue offers consistency, pride in product, and a strong team culture. Located in regional Victoria, this is a rare opportunity to step away from the hustle and bustle of big cities and enjoy a lower cost of living, open space, and a genuine country lifestyle surrounded by vineyards and natural beauty.
About the Position
This is an excellent opportunity for a Sous Chef to join a respected estate kitchen, offering $85K + super and predominantly day shifts. This role is ideal for someone who values structure, quality produce, and a calmer pace of service without late-night finishes. You'll play a key leadership role in supporting daily kitchen operations, mentoring junior chefs, and maintaining high culinary standards. Perfect for a chef seeking to escape city pressure while still working in a premium, produce-driven environment.
Position Description
- Support daily kitchen operations across prep and service in a structured estate kitchen
- Assist in leading, mentoring, and developing junior chefs and kitchen staff
- Deliver consistent, high-quality dishes aligned with seasonal, estate-grown produce
- Oversee prep planning, stock rotation, and ordering support
- Maintain food safety, hygiene, and WHS compliance standards
- Contribute to menu development and seasonal offerings
- Support smooth execution of daytime service and cellar door dining experiences
Position Requirements
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior CDP ready to step up
- Experience in quality, produce-driven restaurant-style kitchens
- Strong leadership and team mentoring capability
- Solid understanding of prep planning, stock control, and service flow
- Passion for seasonal produce, estate-grown ingredients, or vineyard-style dining
- Ability to maintain consistency and quality in a structured kitchen environment
- Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) preferred
- Availability for predominantly day shifts
Salary & Benefits
- $85K + super salary package
- Day shifts only - excellent lifestyle advantage
- Escape the high costs and intensity of inner-city living
- Lower cost of living and reduced commuting stress
- Work with premium estate-grown produce in a respected regional kitchen
- Stable, well-supported kitchen environment with experienced leadership
Sous Chef | $85K + super. Day shifts only, estate kitchen role in regional VIC with lower living costs and a relaxed lifestyle away from congested cities.
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Alternatively, you can contact Rodd Pearce on 0458 422 418 for a confidential discussion about the position.
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