Sous Chef | National Gallery of Australia
Job No:
TWG2903
Location:
Parkes ACT
Sous Chef
National Gallery of Australia, Canberra
About the Role
The National Gallery of Australia is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team and deliver exceptional catering for bespoke events. You will work alongside a collaborative group of hospitality professionals to execute high-profile functions for senior stakeholders and visitors.
Onsite, we also manage Kitchen by Mike (KBM) café, providing a dynamic environment to showcase your skills. As part of our team, you’ll gain exposure to a diverse range of food concepts, work at scale, and benefit from outstanding resources and professional development opportunities.
Why Join Us
Trippas White Group operates premier venues across Australia—including the Sydney Opera House, Taronga Zoo, Centennial Parklands, Sydney Tower, the Royal Botanic Gardens, and leading airport lounges and educational institutions.
What You’ll Bring
- A minimum of five years’ experience as a qualified chef in high-quality hospitality settings
- Proven track record in event catering, banqueting, café or restaurant operations
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop kitchen teams
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities
- A passion for culinary innovation and contemporary food trends
- Food Safety Supervisor certification (or ability to operate as one)
- Experience delivering an upmarket café food offer
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day food production and ensure every dish meets our exacting standards
- Prepare a broad range of contemporary cuisines and service styles—buffets, formal dinners, cocktail receptions
- Recruit, induct and train kitchen staff; assist with rostering and performance management
- Manage stock ordering, control and replenishment to minimise waste and maximise efficiency
- Lead daily briefings with the team on menu details, service standards and safe-work procedures
- Maintain full compliance with all Food Safety and Trippas White Group policies
Essential Qualifications
- Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
- Current Food Handler’s Certificate
- Current AFP Police Check
Benefits & Culture
- Supportive, inclusive and professionally safe working environment
- Competitive salary with generous employee benefits and entitlements
- Ongoing development and career progression opportunities
Trippas White Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from Indigenous and First Nations Australians.