ABOUT US
Join the Salisbury Hotel, part of Matthews Hospitality Group, where our philosophy is simple: making others feel good feels great. We’re proud to be a community-focused pub with strong values, a supportive culture, and a genuine passion for hospitality.

What we offer:

• Real opportunities for career development and progression
• A progressive venue with a future-focused mindset
• A friendly, respectful, and professional team culture
• Recognition for your contribution, integrity, and hard work

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Salisbury Hotel is seeking a Sous Chef who enjoys leading from the front and takes pride in delivering quality pub food done well. This is a hands-on leadership role, supporting the Head Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen while maintaining consistently high food standards.

You’ll love cooking honest, well-executed pub classics — the perfect schnitzel, crisp salt and pepper squid — while also having the confidence to bring fresh ideas to the menu when the moment’s right.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and motivating a small kitchen team
• Supporting kitchen operations, service delivery, and food quality
• Maintaining high standards across all sections of the kitchen
• Monitoring food costs, portion control, waste, and stock levels
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, allergen management, and WHS requirements
• Working closely with the Head Chef to deliver a premium and consistent food offering

ABOUT YOU
You’re a calm, capable, and motivated chef who enjoys responsibility and thrives in a team environment. You take pride in your craft, lead by example, and stay composed under pressure.

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

• Trade qualification (minimum Certificate III in Commercial Cookery)
• At least two years’ experience leading or supervising a kitchen team
• Strong capability across all kitchen sections
• Experience with stock ordering, service management, and busy trade
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, professional attitude
• A passion for quality food, great service, and continuous improvement
• Sound knowledge of food trends, technique, presentation, and cost control
• The ability to work methodically and calmly in a fast-paced environment

THE PERKS

• Full-time position
• Generous salary package
• Employee benefits program
• Supportive leadership and a great team culture

HOW TO APPLY
Have your resume ready and complete the required questions as part of the application process.

Please note:

• Australian residents or unrestricted visa holders only
• Reliable transport required
• Walking distance from Salisbury Railway Station
• Approximately 30 minutes north of Adelaide

Salisbury Hotel
Salisbury SA 5108