Job Description

The opportunity

Delaware North Australia is hiring passionate and experienced Function Sous Chefs to join our events team at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). With a blockbuster AFL and major events season, this is your opportunity to be part of world‑class hospitality delivering premium dining experiences at scale.

We’re seeking talented Sous Chefs with a strong background in events and corporate functions, who thrive in high‑volume, high‑energy environments and take pride in delivering exceptional food.

Our culinary team sits at the heart of the MCG’s premium hospitality offering — from refined menus in exclusive dining rooms and corporate suites, to large‑scale event catering and high‑end function spaces, all delivered with precision and pace.

If you’re passionate about premium food, love the buzz of major events, and excel under pressure, we want to hear from you. Apply today.

What we offer

• Provided laundered uniforms, including chef jackets and aprons
• Discounted meals while on shift
• Opportunities to work at world-class events
• Career growth and development within a global organisation
• Competitive salary package

What you will do?

• Lead the delivery of high‑volume functions and events, ensuring food is produced and plated to agreed menus, timelines, and service standards
• Prepare, cook and present high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ensure all menu items consistently meet presentation and quality standards
• Maintain strict compliance with kitchen hygiene, food safety, WHS and HACCP requirements
• Assist with daily food preparation, stock rotation and equipment upkeep
• Be available to work across a rotating roster, including weekdays, weekends and public holidays
• Provide supervision and support across all back-of-house operations
• Manage ordering, stock control and associated kitchen administration tasks
• Lead designated sections during service and assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff

More about you

• Proven experience delivering high‑volume functions and large‑scale events in a commercial kitchen environment
• Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (essential)
• Experience working in high-volume, fast-paced kitchen environments
• Demonstrated ability to operate in line with WHS and HACCP standards
• A team-focused approach with the ability to lead or support colleagues in a high-pressure setting
• Flexibility to work across a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays

The application period will close on 04/06/2026, unless a successful qualified candidate is identified sooner.

Who we are

The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) stands as Australia’s most iconic sporting venue and the largest stadium in the Southern Hemisphere, with capacity for over 100,000 fans. Renowned for hosting blockbuster AFL clashes, international cricket, and major entertainment events, the MCG is also a premier destination for concerts, special occasions, and non-event-day functions. Beyond the action on the field, Delaware North offers a variety of retail food and beverage options, premium hospitality, and multipurpose spaces for corporate and private events. A true cultural landmark, the MCG delivers unforgettable experiences at the heart of Melbourne’s sporting and entertainment scene.