About this role
<p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">The Venue</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Bar Totti's is one of Sydney's busiest and most loved restaurants. Led by Mike Eggert, the menu celebrates simple Italian food, premium produce and the famous wood-fired Totti's bread, all delivered in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">The Role</span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">We're looking for a Sous Chef who thrives on volume and knows how to lead from the front.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">This role is perfect for a strong operator who can manage large services, keep standards high under pressure and support a high-performing kitchen team. Working closely with the Head Chef, you'll play a key role in driving service, developing chefs and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">We are also recruiting a Junior Sous Chef for Totti's Bondi and welcome applications from strong Chef de Parties or Junior Sous Chefs looking to take the next step in their leadership career.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Lead a large brigade through busy, high-volume services</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Drive consistency, quality and efficiency across every shift</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Support rostering, ordering, stock control and kitchen administration</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Train, mentor and develop junior chefs</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Maintain a calm, organised presence during peak period</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Champion food safety, kitchen standards and operational excellence</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Help shape a positive, high-performing kitchen culture</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">What You'll Bring</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Experience as a Sous Chef or strong Junior Sous Chef in a high-volume venue</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">The ability to lead teams and perform under pressure</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Strong organisational and communication skills</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">A hands-on leadership style and excellent work ethic Commercial awareness across labour, stock and food cost management</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">A passion for quality food and developing people</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Italian cuisine or wood-fire experience is advantageous but not essential</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">The Reward</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Competitive salary and award rates</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Paid parental leave + flexible return-to-work support</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Discounts across 90+ Merivale venues</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Career pathways through the Merivale Academy</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Employee Assistance Program</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Employee Referral Program</span></li> </ul>