Cradle Mountain Lodge | Sous Chef and CDP

About Cradle Mountain Lodge

Step into a World of Tranquil Beauty at Cradle Mountain Lodge, Tasmania.  Nestled amidst the pristine wilderness of Cradle Mountain, the Cradle Mountain Lodge is a sanctuary of natural luxury. Since our inception, we've set the standard for creating exceptional Tasmanian experiences that transcend the ordinary.

Join the Esteemed Cradle Mountain Lodge Team

Are you prepared to embark on a career immersed in the heart of natural luxury? At Cradle Mountain Lodge, we have been curating extraordinary Tasmanian experiences, and we invite expressions of interest from exceptional talent to become part of our team.

If you're passionate about hospitality and ready to advance your career in an environment where nature meets luxury, we warmly encourage you to apply and join our dedicated Cradle Mountain Lodge family. Discover a world where the beauty of nature harmonizes with excellence, and your talents are celebrated.

About The Role

Experience in a bustling, food-focused setting is highly preferred. This role requires proficiency in people management, KPIs, food and wage cost analysis, and staying up to date with current food trends.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the kitchen in the Executive Chef's absence


• Ensuring kitchen staff are well-versed in menu items, preparation methods, and presentation.


• Controlling food portioning and rotation to maintain cost efficiency and compliance with food safety regulations.


• Cultivating strong relationships within the kitchen brigade and F&B service team.


• Effectively managing kitchen labour costs and rostering to optimize profitability.


• Overseeing food procurement and inventory management to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.


• Organizing and maintaining kitchen storage areas for efficiency and cleanliness.


• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and food hygiene standards.

About You

We are seeking a dynamic individual with:

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or Chef de Partie or leadership experience in a kitchen environment.


• A passion for culinary excellence, presentation, and guest experience.


• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.


• Dedication to team development and training, fostering a positive and creative culinary culture.


• Knowledge of relevant industry legislation and standards.

 What do we offer? 

• Great team, benefits and perks! 


• Work as part of a great supportive team 


• Grow and develop a multitude of skills 


• Fun and rewarding work environment 

If you're passionate about hospitality and ready to take your career to the next level, we invite you to be a part of our Cradle Mountain team.  Discover a world where luxury meets excellence and where your talents are nurtured.

This role affords great opportunity for development and progression throughout our portfolio of properties. If you think you meet the requirements detailed above and this role sounds right for you, ! 

Please be advised that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applicants must have appropriate work visa and must not have any restrictions to their entitlement to work.