We are seeking a Senior Sous Chef to join our team and assist the Head Chef with kitchen operations and crew management on a day-to-day basis. By planning, organising, managing, and guiding the crew to Manolas Brothers Bistro standards, you will ensure that every section of the kitchen functions at maximum efficiency. You'll be a motivated and dynamic hospitality professional and consistently lead by example to effectively motivate a team. Lovely local clientelle and a very supportive team. Very stable business in successful operation for over 27 years. 

• 3+ years of proven experience in a Sous Chef Role
• Plan & create menus and weekly specials
• Experience and repertoire of Mediterranean dishes 
• Taking responsibility for the food production with a hands-on approach
• Identify, develop and maintain establishment policies and procedures
• Experience managing and maintaining a food safety programme, including documentation OH&S standards and procedures
• Impart knowledge, skills and training to all kitchen staff  
• Ability to foster successful connections and relationships
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as manage a team
• Approachable and encouraging personality with a sincere interest in the day-to-day success of the team and the business
• Solid understanding of financial budgeting, food expenses, and labour costs.
• Join and be an active part of the management meeting
• Ability to manage competing priorities during preparation and busy service periods 
• Excellent attention to detail
• Calm and collected demeanor 
• Commercial cooking qualification or similar experience
• Experience with a timesheet and attendance system