Strong Sous Chef in Ewingsdale, New South Wales at Three Blue Ducks

We’re on the hunt for a passionate Sous Chef to join our crew at Three Blue Ducks Byron Bay - perched on an 80-acre working farm with stunning views of the hinterland and Byron’s iconic lighthouse. It's a pretty special place to work, and we like to think we’ve built a team that’s just as great.

We’re a tight-knit kitchen that values creativity, hard work, and good banter. We’re serious about the food we serve - local, seasonal, and thoughtful - but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. It’s all about teamwork, good energy, and making sure everyone feels part of the family.

What the role looks like:
You’ll be working closely with our Head Chef to run a tight ship across busy à la carte services, functions, and events. You’ll help lead the team, jump on the tools when needed, and play a key part in keeping standards high and the kitchen humming.

What you’ll be doing:

• Running sections and backing up the Head Chef during service

• Helping develop new dishes and seasonal menus

• Leading by example and supporting junior chefs to grow

• Managing ordering, stock, kitchen organisation & rostering (basic admin skills is essential)

• Staying on top of food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen systems

• Keeping the team energy strong - collaboration and communication are key

What we’re looking for:

• Experience as a Sous Chef (or strong CDP ready to step up) in a high-volume kitchen

• Great cooking skills and a love for fresh, produce-driven food

• Confidence in leading a team and keeping a cool head under pressure

• Strong communication, solid organisation, and a genuine team spirit

• A good sense of humour and a down-to-earth approach

• Basic admin skills essential, including Cooking the Books & Deputy (or another rostering software)

Benefits & Perks:

• A supportive and well-run kitchen environment

• Opportunities to grow and move across our other venues (Byron, Melbourne, Bellingen & Nimbo)

• Tips, staff discounts, and partner perks

• Ongoing training and development

• A team that works hard, backs each other, and has a laugh along the way

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role and be part of a great kitchen, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and let’s chat.

Three Blue Ducks is an inclusive workplace - we welcome everyone and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.