Sous Chef

Sous Chef

The City of Canning is transforming Whaleback into one of Western Australia’s premier golf and hospitality destinations and we’re looking for a talented Sous Chef to join us on that journey.

With over $8 million in major upgrades underway, this is a rare opportunity to be part of a venue reinvention from the inside.

About the role

As Sous Chef, you’ll be the right hand to the Head Chef and play a key role in delivering a high-quality, modern food offering across Tales Bar & Eats, Driving range food outlets and entertainment bays, Private functions and events, Café-style and casual dining services

You’ll support a Mediterranean-inspired food concept, with strong European and French influences, while helping bring consistency, creativity, and operational excellence across a multi-outlet venue.

A snapshot of your new role

• Leading kitchen service and ensuring food quality, presentation, and timing
• Supporting menu development, seasonal changes, and cost control
• Training and mentoring chefs, cooks, and kitchen hands
• Managing prep, stock control, and kitchen systems
• Collaborating with front of house and broader Whaleback teams
• Supporting functions, events, and high-volume service periods
• Stepping up to manage kitchen operations in the Head Chef’s absence

What you will bring to the role

• Completed a Chef’s apprenticeship, Certificate 3 in Commercial Cookery or equivalent qualifications
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Chef de Partie or 3 years as a Junior Sous Chef (or similar) in a large scale licensed hospitality venue.
• Strong previous experience in Mediterranean cuisine, with a particular focus on French culinary techniques, flavour profiles, preparation methods, and presentation standards.
• Professional background in French and European cooking, supporting the venue’s culinary direction and Mediterranean-inspired concept. Experience in a range of function work
• Experience writing a 7-day week roster in line with workplace demands and budgeted targets
• Food SafetySupervisor Training (for compliance with Food SafetyStandards 3.2.2A)
• Current Satisfactory National Police Clearance and Working with Children card (or willingness to obtain).
• Level 2 First Aid qualification (or willingness to obtain).

For a closer look at the role please refer to the Position Description attached to the vacancy in our recruitment portal.

Why you will love working at the City!

• A Permanent Full-Time role in a welcoming and thriving council.
• $85,486.70 annualised salary + super (subject to the 4% IA increase from 6 July 2026)
• 17.5% paid Annual Leave Loading for when you take annual leave.
• We match super contributions to help you save for your future.
• Discounted health insurance, free flu vaccinations, skins checks and other well-being events.
• Great year-round wellbeing and social calendars!
• Free on-site parking.
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Genuine commitment to learning and development.
• Membership to Canning and Riverton Leisureplexes (gym, aquatics, sauna, group fitness).

Impact the Community in a Big Way

The City of Canning aims to be a welcoming and thriving city, giving our people an opportunity to thrive through work that truly makes a difference! With a population of around 100,000 over 64 square km of land, we provide services to support and develop our community every day. We believe that engaging people with diverse backgrounds and all abilities will assist in delivering superior services to our community and are committed to the principles of equal opportunity for all.

Canning welcomes you to apply

To view the position description or complete an application including your Resume and Cover Letter (PDF format preferred) visit www.canning.wa.gov.au/jobs, select the position and click “APPLY”. You may also contact Nelly Vignes on 0411 322 565 for a confidential discussion. The City will not be accepting candidates through agency at this time.

Applications are open until 5 pm, Wednesday 22 July 2026. We reserve the right to contact applicants and close the advertising period early.

The City of Canning is a child safe organisation and reserves the right to request the relevant working with children qualification from prospective candidates where required.