Sous Chef | Leonardslee Wine Estate

Exciting Opportunity for a Sous Chef at Leonardslee Wine Estate

Are you an experienced chef with a passion for crafting exceptional dishes using locally sourced ingredients? Join our culinary team at Leonardslee Wine Estate, where no two days are the same, and your skills will shine across a variety of settings.

Why Join Leonardslee Wine Estate?

• Diverse Culinary Experience: Work across restaurant service, high-profile events, weddings, and more, offering dynamic opportunities to showcase your talents.
• State-of-the-Art Kitchen: Create with the best tools and equipment in an inspiring and modern setting.
• Exclusive Benefits: Enjoy discounted dining, beverages, and accommodation within our prestigious group.
• Leisure Perks: Free golf membership and access to facilities at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens to unwind after work.
• Event Access: Complimentary tickets to exciting events hosted at our estate.
• Possible accomodation available

About the Role

As Sous Chef, you will:

• Lead and inspire a team to produce exceptional dishes for both à la carte restaurant service and large-scale events.
• Collaborate on menu development, prioritizing fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients.
• Deliver consistent quality in a fast-paced and varied environment, including weddings, private functions, and more.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, organization, and teamwork.

This is more than just a restaurant role-it's a chance to make an impact across a range of culinary experiences in a truly stunning setting.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in both restaurant and catering/event environments.
• A proactive approach and willingness to embrace the challenges of a dynamic, multi-faceted role.
• Strong leadership skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Passion for fresh, seasonal ingredients and creating memorable dining experiences.