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Junior Sous Chef
Role summary
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The Junior Sous Chef supports the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, food preparation, service delivery and team supervision. Requirements typically include commercial kitchen experience, sound knowledge of cooking techniques, food safety and HACCP procedures, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy hotel environment. A relevant culinary qualification and experience in a similar supervisory role are advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to maintain high food-quality and presentation standards, assist with menu preparation, control wastage, follow health and safety policies, train junior team members and remain calm during busy service periods. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays is essential.
Can I work in Australia?
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How it works
How it works: Only Core Skills list jobs (chef, cook, hotel manager) can be sponsored, at AUD 79,423 a year or more; waiters and room attendants are not on the list.
Watch for: The Far North Queensland (Cairns) regional agreement lists waiter, bar and housekeeping supervisors and night auditors, with a pay floor 10% lower.
Official source: Federal Register of Legislation: Core Skills Occupation List for the Skills in Demand visa (Migration (Specification of Occupations, Subclass 482 Visa) Instrument 2024, LIN 24/089, compilation of 7 November 2025). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Australia
Usual for Australia, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Island resorts rent staff a room in a staff village at low cost; city hotels vary |
|---|---|
| Meals | Island resorts: staff dining at low set prices or 20% off; city hotels vary |
| Flights | Varies by employer |
| Service charge | None; tipping is not expected; casuals get 25% extra and weekends earn penalty rates (by law) |
| Contract | Permanent, part-time or casual; probation of up to 6 months is common; sponsored visa up to 4 years |
| Leave | Full-time and part-time: 4 weeks' leave, 10 paid sick days, paid public holidays (by law); casuals none |
| Income tax | Residents: 0% to AUD 18,200, 15% to 45,000, 30% to 135,000, 37% to 190,000, then 45%; plus 2% Medicare levy |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Accor
Accor is a major international hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and lifestyle properties across the world. Its portfolio includes well-known brands such as Sofitel, Fairmont, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, ibis and Mövenpick, covering luxury, premium, midscale and economy accommodation. Accor employs a large global workforce across hotel operations, food and beverage, guest services, sales and corporate functions. The company promotes career development through internal mobility, training and opportunities across different brands and countries. In Australia, Accor operates properties in major cities, regional destinations and resort locations, serving business travellers, leisure guests and events customers. Its employment benefits and working conditions vary by property, role and applicable Australian workplace requirements.