Sous Chef | Events

The Venue

Merivale delivers an exciting range of events within the Ivy and Establishment buildings including cocktail parties, food installations, private dinner parties, breakfast functions and off-site productions to list a few; you name it, we’ll do it.

A day could involve running multiple events simultaneously across various spaces in the building as well as delivering menus for off-site productions. We have one of the largest and best resourced kitchens in the company. Producing a huge range of food options for various event menus as well as constant development and delivery of bespoke menus for clients. 

The Role

We are looking for a talented, driven and professional Sous Chef that wants to part of an events team that can take the kitchen to the next level. What we are looking for:

• 3+ years’ of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Experience in high-end restaurants, hotels or event kitchens.
• Good communication, organisation and time management skills.
• Confident to lead, develop and get the best out of the team.
• A good understanding around COGS, P&L’s and kitchen admin
• Knowledge around different cuisines, cooking techniques and creativity.

This position will be idea for someone that has a good grasp around banquets and events, can interact with different parts of the business in a collaborative way.

The Reward 

You will be joining a company that wants you to succeed, we offer:   

• Competitive salary and award rates. 
• Paid parental leave and flexible return to work support for new parents. 
• Amazing discounts at 90+ venues. 
• Career and development opportunities through the Merivale Academy. 
• Employee Assistance Program. 
• Employee Referral Program.