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About Narrabri Shire

Narrabri Shire is an exciting area of regional NSW with plenty to offer anyone wishing to pursue a vibrant and busy country lifestyle. The expansive blue sky, stunning mountain ranges, scenic water ways and fresh air will encourage you to explore and share your experiences from this diverse area.

Why Work for Council?

Narrabri Shire Council is one of the largest employers in Narrabri Shire, offering an extensive array of employment opportunities in interesting positions. We employ over 200 staff and value their contribution to the shire. To retain our staff, we have some competitive working conditions, which include Financial Benefits, Work / Life Balance, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Training and Career Development, Employee Assistance Program, Workplace Health and Safety Initiatives and more.

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Sous Chef

Job No: NSC672
Location: Narrabri

Sous Chef

  • Work-life balance 
  • Full-time position
  • $35.15hr plus superannuation and penalties/allowances where applicable
  • Remote area salary packaging options available

About Us

At Narrabri Shire Council, we believe in providing internal opportunities for career advancement. We are committed to creating a positive and supportive work environment where employees can thrive and achieve their professional goals.

About the Role

As our Sous Chef, you will assist our Head Chef in running The Crossing Theatre's kitchen. You will collaborate with the Head Chef to plan, design, and create and cost, innovative café, event, and special menus. Your exceptional culinary skills will be put to use as you consistently produce high-quality meals in line with current trends. Additionally, you will assist in developing cost and waste minimisation strategies and ensure compliance with Food Safety programmes and relevant Health and Safety regulations.

For further information on the role, please see the attached position description or contact Ricky Mason, Operations Manager on (02) 6799 6742.

About You

We seek an experienced Sous Chef with a Trade Certificate in Commercial Cookery or at least five years of relevant experience in large catering operations. Your well-developed organisational and time management skills will allow you to excel in a fast-paced environment with fluctuating workloads and changing priorities.

  • Trade Certificate in Commercial Cookery or substantial experience in medium to large catering operations
  • Well-developed organisational and time management skills
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Available to work a variety of shifts

You will have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service and the ability to build positive and effective partnerships with internal and external customers. Your knowledge of food safety programmes and regulations will be essential in maintaining a culture of essential hygiene practices and promoting clean, tidy, and hygienic working practices.

What We Offer

The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. In addition to a competitive salary, Narrabri Shire Council offers a range of benefits, including opportunities for career advancement within the organisation.

If you are a talented and motivated Sous Chef looking for an internal opportunity to advance your career, apply now and join our dynamic team at Narrabri Shire Council.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take this exciting step in your career, all you need to do is follow the steps below.  You will then be diverted to the internal link. You must attach your resume and complete the questions and information below.

To apply, follow the instructions below:

  1. Complete the information below as requested
  2. Click ‘APPLY’
  3. Attach your resume and cover letter
  4. Click ‘NEXT’ and ‘CONFIRM’

Please note that all correspondence regarding your application status and interview will be forwarded via email.

Applications will be reviewed and assessed as they are received.

Narrabri Shire Council reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date or extend without prior notice.

Narrabri Shire Council is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We support difference and thrive on it for the benefit of our employees and community. We are committed to celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Narrabri Shire Council is committed to ensuring all people's health, safety and well-being within our workplace. Please note that the successful applicant will be required to be fully vaccinated with an approved COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment with Narrabri Shire Council or provide evidence of an authorised medical contraindication.

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