Sous Chef (Brookfield)

Sous Chef Wild Canary is seeking a skilled, calm, and motivated Sous Chef to join our botanical bistro set within the beautiful Brookfield Gardens. We’re a busy breakfast and lunch venue, we also host select private evening events and weddings. This position is hands-on and leadership focused. You’ll work closely with our experienced and supportive Head Chef, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly day-to-day while maintaining high standards, efficient systems, and a positive team culture. About Wild Canary Wild Canary is a botanically inspired bistro known for fresh, local, seasonal produce and a warm, professional hospitality style. We’re an established and respected venue with a talented team, exciting event offerings, and a strong commitment to growth, creativity, and quality. Role Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day kitchen operations
- Run the pass during busy breakfast and lunch service
- Oversee prep systems, organisation, and consistency
- Manage ordering, stock levels, and supplier relationships
- Uphold food safety and compliance
- Train, support, and mentor the kitchen team
- Contribute to seasonal menu development
- Maintain waste management and portion control Ideal Background
- Experienced Chef de Partie ready to step up, or a Sous Chef seeking a well-structured, quality-focused role
- Solid organisational skills and prep systems
- Positive leader with excellent communication
- Calm under pressure and committed to high standards
- Café/bistro or brunch experience highly regarded What We Offer
- Daytime roster (approx. 6:30am–3pm) with occasional events
- A supportive, talented, and collaborative team
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Beautiful garden setting that inspires creativity
- A well-run, respected venue with strong systems
- Work/life balance with minimal late nights Hours & Salary
- Full-time
- Day-based roster How to Apply Please apply with your CV and a brief introduction outlining your kitchen leadership experience. Australian work rights required. If you’re a thoughtful, committed kitchen professional who thrives in a fast-paced, produce-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you. How to apply Please send a cover letter and resume to Only successful applicants will be contacted About Wild Canary Wild Canary is a botanical bistro located in the grounds of Brookfield Gardens. We are dedicated to supporting local by showcasing produce sourced from local farms and our own kitchen gardens. The small, creative and ever changing menu is designed to reflect and support the use of seasonal produce as well as treating the beautiful ingredients with the utmost respect. Our Values
- Excellent teamwork
- Create a happy and productive workplace
- Be driven, hard working with a strong desire to learn and grow
- Create a supportive and positive environment
- Passion for our local farmers and their produce
- Exceptional customer service and care for our guests and their experience Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qu34e