Sous Chef – Tuki Trout Farm & Restaurant
Tuki P/L
Hospitality & Tourism / Chefs/Cooks
Posted 03/04/2025
Closed 03/05/2025
Smeaton, 3364, Victoria
Full time
As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with our Head Chef and owners to craft and execute a menu rooted in regional Victorian produce. This is a hands-on role ideal for a chef who loves the rhythm of a small, professional kitchen and thrives on delivering high-quality, seasonal dishes with consistency and creativity.
Step into a unique culinary role in the heart of regional Victoria at Tuki Retreat, where paddock-to-plate meets elevated country hospitality.
Benefits
- A full-time position in a beautiful countryside location
- Competitive Salary within a range of AU$70,000 – AU$80,000
- A chance to work with fresh, local produce and help shape a seasonal, regional menu
- Supportive team environment with a focus on work-life balance
- Staff meals and on-site perks
Task & Responsibilities
- Assist in day-to-day kitchen operations and service delivery
- Take the lead in the Head Chef’s absence
- Contribute to seasonal menu planning and farm-to-table innovation
- Ensure kitchen hygiene and food safety standards are met (HACCP knowledge required)
- Mentor and support junior kitchen staff
- Help manage stock, ordering, and cost control
- Collaborate with front-of-house and owners to deliver a memorable guest experience
Qualification & Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a commercial kitchen, ideally as a Sous Chef
- Passionate about local, sustainable food and regional hospitality
- Confident working in a fast-paced yet quality-driven environment
- Strong communication, time management, and leadership skills
- Reliable, adaptable, and eager to be part of a close-knit team
- Formal culinary qualifications preferred
Tuki P/L
Tuki Retreat is a boutique country destination offering dining, accommodation, and trout fishing experiences. Set on a working farm just outside Daylesford, our ethos is simple—fresh, local, and seasonal. We take pride in preparing produce from our own property and surrounding region to create honest, flavoursome dishes that tell the story of our land.
If you’re passionate about cooking from the land and want to be part of a venue where you can make your mark, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and join the team at Tuki Trout Farm & Restaurant!
Applications close by 02 May 2025.
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