Sous Chef

The Fat Owl Bar & Eatery in Piopio seats 70 diners inside and up to 40 diners outside. As a key member of the Fat Owl team, you will support the Chef and assist in leading the Kitchen team to provide outstanding food to our customers. 

• You will assist the Chef in developing new recipes and planning menus, estimating food and labour costs.
• You will oversee the work of the Cook/other kitchen staff as required, mentoring, training, and helping to lead the Food Safety Programme.
• You will also be preparing restaurant, bar and buffet meals, catering service orders, and will assist with stocktake, planning and procurement of food supplies.

You must have:

• Minimum of three years’ experience as a Cook or Chef in restaurant or hotel kitchens
• Ability to work calmly and well under pressure in an organised manner
• Ability to cook quickly and safely in a busy kitchen
• Knowledge of food hygiene, stock rotation and food storage methods
• Knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Knowledge of how a commercial kitchen works
• Honesty and reliability

You must be able to pass a drugs test if required, and have a clear criminal record.

The restaurant is open from 5pm – 9pm, Wednesday to Sunday and provides a significant catering service. Guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week at $25-$31/hour depending on skills and experience. Overtime will be paid at the same rate. Depending on the day you must be available from 12pm onwards for preparation, planning and ordering.