Sous Chef (Wooli)

Sous Chef — The 383 Wooli Location: Wooli NSW 2462 (yes, it's as beautiful as it sounds) Employment Type: Full time Salary: $68,000 – $78,000 per annum + superannuation (dependent on experience) Employer: The 383 Wooli / Snodale Pty Ltd About Us Tucked inside Solitary Islands Resort on the stunning NSW Clarence Coast, The 383 Wooli isn't your average resort restaurant. We're a fast-casual dining and bar venue with big flavours, a loyal local following, and a kitchen that punches way above its coastal weight class. We do food that makes people come back — not just because they're on holiday, but because they actually want to. Think crowd-favourite comfort food done properly, local-inspired specials, and a team that takes their craft seriously (even if we don't always take ourselves too seriously). We're growing. The menu's evolving. And now we're looking for the right second-in-command to help us take it up a notch. The Role We're on the hunt for a talented, driven Sous Chef to work alongside our Head Chef in leading The 383 kitchen. This isn't a title role. You'll be genuinely hands-on — on the pass, on the grill, building a team culture that's as tight as a good demi-glace. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting the Head Chef in the day-to-day management of kitchen operations
- Supervising, training and mentoring kitchen staff
- Preparing and cooking menu items to a consistent, high standard
- Contributing to menu development and seasonal specials
- Managing mise en place, food prep, and service readiness
- Overseeing food safety, hygiene and HACCP compliance
- Assisting with ordering, stock management and waste minimisation
- Stepping up as acting Head Chef in their absence
- Maintaining a positive, high-performance kitchen culture About You You bring the heat (literally and figuratively). You're someone who:
- Holds a relevant trade qualification (Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery, or equivalent)
- Has minimum 2 years' experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in a comparable venue
- Has solid experience across multiple sections — you don't just own the fryer
- Leads with patience and commands respect through skill, not volume
- Understands the pace of a busy service and stays cool when it counts
- Has genuine knowledge of food safety legislation and HACCP principles
- Can contribute creatively to menus with an eye on cost, consistency and guest experience
- Is ready to plant some roots — this is a full-time, long-term opportunity in a genuinely stunning part of the world Why Wooli? Look, we'll be honest — Wooli is small. Population: bliss. It's a beachside village on the NSW Clarence Coast, surrounded by national park, world-class fishing, and some of the most unspoiled coastline in the state. If your version of downtime involves surf, solitude, and sunsets, you've found your people. We offer
- Stable, full-time hours
- A supportive and growing team environment
- Staff meals on shift
- The kind of work-life balance that city chefs dream about
- The opportunity to genuinely shape a menu and leave your mark
- Visa sponsorship available for the right candidate To Apply Send your résumé and a brief cover letter to: Subject line: Sous Chef Application — [Your Name] Applications close [DATE — set 4+ weeks from posting for LMT compliance] The 383 Wooli is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Pay: $63,193.17 – $78,000.00 per year Work Location: In person Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r1o08