Junior Sous Chef

Role summary

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The Junior Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and Sous Chef with daily kitchen operations, food preparation, menu execution, stock control and team supervision. Applicants should have commercial kitchen experience, ideally in a hotel or high-volume restaurant, along with formal culinary qualifications such as Certificate III in Commercial Cookery. Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP procedures, portion control and modern cooking techniques is expected. The successful candidate should be organised, reliable and calm under pressure, with a passion for quality food and guest satisfaction. Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and public holidays is required. Leadership ability, good communication and a willingness to train junior team members are also important.

About the employer

Hotel Chadstone Melbourne – MGallery Collection is a premium Accor hotel located within The Fashion Capital shopping and lifestyle precinct in Chadstone, Victoria. The hotel combines contemporary design with a boutique, locally inspired guest experience and offers upscale accommodation, restaurants, bars, event facilities and wellness services. As part of MGallery, Accor’s collection of distinctive boutique hotels, it focuses on memorable stays, personalised service and strong connections to the local destination. Accor is one of the world’s largest hospitality groups, operating hotels and resorts across luxury, premium, midscale and economy segments. Employees typically benefit from an international hospitality environment, career development opportunities and access to Accor’s staff benefits and hotel network.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities for chefs, hospitality supervisors and hotel professionals, particularly in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, regional resorts and tourism destinations. Workplace culture is generally practical, multicultural and team-oriented, with emphasis on punctuality, safety, communication and work-life balance. Melbourne provides excellent dining, arts, sport and public transport, although rent and living costs can be high. Candidates usually need a valid work right, such as an employer-sponsored visa, skilled visa, working holiday visa or student visa with permitted work hours. Chefs may qualify for skilled migration pathways depending on their experience, qualifications and occupation lists. Before relocating, arrange accommodation, tax and banking details, health insurance where appropriate, and recognition of culinary qualifications. Australia’s large distances, varied climate and relaxed outdoor lifestyle make it attractive for hospitality workers seeking both career growth and travel.