About us

Don’t just function, flourish. With EVT Connect Hospitality. The EVT Connect Hospitality team can be relied on for best-in-class insights into how to drive performance for the brand; from local talent development and operations, to driving market leading revenue strategies for third-party loyalty programs, distribution and brand standards.

About the Hotel

At Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders, we don’t do ordinary—we celebrate the local spirit through vibrant design, bold flavours, and unforgettable guest experiences. We’re on the lookout for a passionate and driven Senior Sous Chef to help lead our culinary team and bring our food story to life.

About the role

Reporting to the Director of Restaurants & Bars and working closely with our Consultant Chef, you’ll play a key leadership role across all kitchen operations. From à la carte dining to conferencing and events, you’ll ensure every dish is fresh, consistent, and exceeds expectations. You’ll lead from the front—mentoring your brigade, driving innovation, and maintaining a high-performing, cost-conscious kitchen.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across all outlets, including events and conferencing
• Ensure consistent, high-quality food preparation, presentation, and service standards
• Support menu development, seasonal updates, and product innovation
• Lead, train, and mentor the kitchen brigade to drive performance and engagement
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and compliance with regulatory standards
• Monitor stock levels, ordering, and inventory control processes
• Manage food costs, minimise waste, and support budget and payroll targets
• Coordinate service with front-of-house teams to ensure seamless guest experiences
• Oversee plating and final presentation before service
• Handle guest feedback and resolve any food-related concerns
• Support continuous improvement in quality, service, and operational efficiency

Qualifications & experience

• Previous experience as Sous Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a hotel or high-volume kitchen environment
• Culinary qualification (highly desirable)
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, food safety, and cost control
• Experience managing stock, ordering, and BOH systems
• Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Hospitality Industry (General) Award 2020
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Passion for delivering high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences

Benefits

• Make your mark in a Global Company at a time of growth.
• Endless Career Development opportunities.
• Access to Industry Accommodation and Dining discounts from day 1.

We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.