Sous Chef

Full Time role - Laundy Hotel Group

Join Our Team as a Sous Chef - Log Cabin

Established in 1826, The Log Cabin has long since been a pivotal part of the local Penrith community, known for its role in providing a meeting place for all to enjoy great food, drinks, views and more.

The community is at the heart of everything we do. Discover the Regatta Bar downstairs, perfect for family and friends to enjoy traditional pub classics. Watch sunsets over the mountains on one of our two large outdoor decks adjoining the Nepean River and take in lazy afternoons in our all-purpose beer garden, with fun for all ages including the 'Loggie Train' play area. Evening cocktails at Darwin's Rest can be followed by dinner at our modern Australian restaurant, Sinclair's, partnering with local producers from the Greater Nepean Region.

Sous Chef Opportunity

Are you a skilled culinary leader ready to thrive in a fast-paced high energy kitchen?

We’re looking for a motivated Sous Chef who can lead by example and bring passion, precision and teamwork to every service.

As Our Sous Chef, You’ll

• Lead, mentor and inspire the kitchen team to deliver consistent quality dishes.
• Support daily operations and oversee the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence.
• Maintain excellence in food quality, safety and presentation.
• Oversee stock control, ordering and day to day kitchen organisation.
• Work collaboratively with Front of House to ensure seamless service.
• Assist with menu development, daily specials and creative input.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, food safety and WHS standards.
• Manage workflow, maintain equipment and uphold kitchen cleanliness.
• Provide guidance and development opportunities for junior staff.

What You’ll Bring

• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent qualification).
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or strong Chef de Partie in a quality high volume venue.
• Solid experience and knowledge of contemporary Australian cuisine.
• Excellent leadership, organisation and communication skills.
• Creativity with a practical approach to menu planning and execution.
• Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining composure and quality.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

The Laundy Story

Four generations, countless beers poured, and a legacy built on good old-fashioned hospitality, that’s the Laundy way.

We kicked things off in 1945 with the Sackville Hotel in Rozelle and never looked back. Through grit, heart, and a knack for turning pubs into community icons, we’ve grown into one of NSW’s most recognisable hospitality families.

Today we have a diverse portfolio of 40+ venues that stretch from your trusty local, to boutique hotels and buzzy beachfront playgrounds. The heart of Laundy beats the same everywhere: Think Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, the Woolwich Pier, the Marsden Brewhouse, and beyond, where people gather, celebrate, commiserate, and everything in between. From schooners at the local to spritzes by the sea, we’ve built a reputation for blending tradition with just the right splash of spunk.

How To Apply

Click Apply Now. Yes, we want a cover letter. But not a generic one. Show us who you are, your culinary personality and your passion for the kitchen. Get creative, have fun and let us see the Chef behind the resume (we read them).

We’re All About People

At Laundy Hotel Group, we know great hospitality starts with diverse voices and experiences. We’re proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and we actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, cultures, and abilities, including First Nations peoples, people with disability, and those from the LGBTQIA+ community.

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, our HR team would be happy to have a confidential chat to make sure you’re comfortable and supported every step of the way. You can connect with the team at ***email_hidden***.

Our Acknowledgement of Country

We recognise the Dharug people, Traditional Custodians of the land and waters at Penrith. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples.