Sous Chef

Sous Chef — The 383 WooliLocation: 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 LtdAbout UsTucked 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 RoleWe'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 YouYou 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 ApplySend your résumé and a brief cover letter to:careers@383wooli.com.au 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 yearWork Location: In person