Sous Chef - Spicers Hidden Vale

The Role

We have an opportunity at Spicers Hidden Vale for a Sous Chef to join the culinary team. 

About Spicers Hidden Vale & Homage Restaurant 

Set on 12,000 acres, just one hour from Brisbane and upon some of the most fertile farming soil in the Southern Hemisphere, Homage Restaurant has a real sense of place. With offerings from an outdoor coal pit, smokehouse, wood-fire and rotisserie. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do - including sustainability of our people. 

We have an 89 bed market garden, fermentation room, orchard, bee hives and free range farm onsite, meaning that much of the produce is from Spicers Hidden Vale itself and anything that’s not, is collected directly from nearby farms. 

The role and key duties;

• Assist in leading the kitchen team to provide a quality and profitable dining experience that is in line with the vision of the restaurant;

• Deliver all food experiences for the property including: restaurant dining; functions, weddings, events and experiential dining opportunities;

• Collaborate with our Executive Chef to create and develop new menus, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation;

• Train new culinary team members and provide ongoing training to existing team;

• Oversee the kitchen operation in the absence of our Executive Chef;

• Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure timely and accurate service;

• Communicate effectively with the kitchen team to maintain smooth operations;

• Ensure that the kitchen complies with health and safety regulations;

• Work closely with the Executive Chef to ensure the overall success of your team and the retreat.

Essential criteria required to be considered;

• Chef trade qualification (essential);

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Junior Sous / Sous Chef in a fine dining, high end or hatted restaurant environment (essential);

• A commitment to assist in leading, training and developing a small team;

• An understanding of BOH operations including ordering, stock takes, rostering, menu planning and financials;

• Ability and willingness to commence work on a rotating roster including weekends and public holidays;

• Located close to our restaurant with a reliable vehicle or a willingness to relocate.

To apply online, please click on the apply button.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Emma Martin our Talent Acquisition Manager on ***********@salterbrothershospitality.com 

About Salter Brothers Hospitality 

At Salter Brothers Hospitality our values; Elevated, Enduring, Care, Mastery, and People People are at the heart of everything we do. 

Just as we create exceptional experiences for our guests, we do the same for our people. Every interaction and touchpoint in our hotels / retreats is designed with the same care and finesse and extended to our teams.  With 20 retreat hotels, 29 restaurants and bars, and 8 spas, we seamlessly integrate ‘The Art of Hospitality,’ emphasizing that it’s not just about what we do, but how we do it. 

This commitment to master and to elevate our people experience ensures that all those who interact with our SBH brand have a genuine connection and handpicked journey. By fostering a supportive and enriching environment, we ensure that everyone feels valued and appreciated, creating an enduring and lasting impact.