Sous Chef

About the role

Marmelo, a restaurant and bar inside Hyde Melbourne Place in Melbourne's CBD, is looking for a Sous Chef. The restaurant is inspired by the coastal cuisine of Portugal and Spain, uses wood and charcoal cooking methods, and was named Victorian Restaurant of the Year 2025 by Gourmet Traveller. As Sous Chef you will support the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality, consistency and creativity. It is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership and excellent organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations
• Lead, train and inspire the kitchen team, fostering a positive and collaborative culture
• Monitor and maintain inventory levels, order stock as required and control food and labour costs
• Ensure food safety and hygiene standards are met at all times
• Contribute to menu planning, seasonal updates and creative specials aligned with the restaurant's culinary vision
• Coordinate with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless service

Required profile

• Experience in a similar role within a premium or high-volume restaurant environment
• Ability to manage and motivate a kitchen team
• Organised, calm under pressure, able to balance creativity with consistency
• Commitment to delivering memorable dining experiences for every guest

What we offer

• Generous discounts on bars and restaurants and hotel bookings worldwide through Ennismore
• Access to Accor's ALL Heartists program with exclusive offers and experiences
• Offers from cooperation partners