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About the Role

Reporting to the Head Chef, the Kitchen Sous Chef will play a key role in leading daily kitchen operations, supporting and developing the brigade, and ensuring every dish leaving the pass meets quality, presentation, and consistency standards. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a motivated culinary professional who thrives under pressure, enjoys mentoring others, and is passionate about delivering outstanding food and service.

Responsibilities

Supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen
Leading and motivating the kitchen team during service
Ensuring food quality, presentation and consistency standards are maintained at all times
Managing service execution to ensure efficient and timely meal delivery
Training, mentoring and developing junior chefs and kitchen staff
Assisting with rostering, stock control, ordering and inventory management
Monitoring food and labour costs while minimising waste
Maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and HACCP compliance
Creating a positive, collaborative and high-performing kitchen culture
Ensuring all kitchen equipment is maintained and operating efficiently

Requirements

Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie within a high-volume restaurant environment
Relevant commercial cookery qualifications
Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop team members
Experience managing kitchen operations, stock control and food costs
Sound understanding of food safety regulations and HACCP principles
Excellent organisational and time-management skills
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
A hands-on approach with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced service environment
Flexibility to work across evenings, weekends and public holidays

Skills

Leadership
Coaching
Team Development
Kitchen Operations Management
Stock Control
Food Cost Management
Food Safety Regulations
HACCP Principles
Organisation
Time Management
Communication
Problem-Solving
Work Ethic
Attention to Detail

Location

South West Sydney

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Experienced

Education Level

Commercial Cookery Qualifications

Benefits

Free secure parking
Generous daily meal allowance across venues
Employee rewards and recognition programs
Genuine opportunities for career progression

About the Company

La Piazza is one of South West Sydney's most popular Italian dining destinations and the vibrant heart of dining within the Bankstown Sports precinct.
Known for its authentic Italian cuisine, energetic atmosphere and consistently high standards, La Piazza delivers exceptional dining experiences to thousands of guests every week.