Job Description

The Venue

Totti’s sits proudly within the iconic Lorne Hotel, a destination that has stood on the Great Ocean Road for over 145 years. Overlooking the sweeping views of Loutit Bay, the Lorne Hotel is a true coastal landmark - combining relaxed pub hospitality, boutique accommodation and memorable dining experiences in one of Australia’s most beautiful seaside towns.

Within the precinct sits Totti’s Lorne, a vibrant trattoria-style restaurant offering simple, produce-driven Italian cooking. Under the guidance of Executive Chefs Mike Eggert and Matt Germanchis, the menu celebrates the joy of sharing - from house-made antipasti and wood-fired bread baked to order, to handmade pastas and dishes cooked over the Josper charcoal oven.

Guests settle into the bright, coastal dining room and are transported to the Italian coast, enjoying dishes such as lobster pasta, wood-grilled King George whiting and Apollo Bay calamari, alongside Totti’s classics like antipasti, handmade pasta and tiramisu.

The Role

We’re looking for a passionate Sous Chef to help lead the kitchen team at Totti’s Lorne. Working closely with the Head Chef, you’ll play a key role in driving service standards, mentoring the brigade and ensuring every dish reflects the quality and consistency the venue is known for.

You thrive in a busy kitchen, lead from the front during service and take pride in developing the chefs around you.

Our ideal candidate will have the following experience and attributes:

• 2+ years' experience in a high-end or hatted restaurant and love working with the best seasonal produce.
• Adaptable, organised, and professional with an eye for detail.
• Experience with charcoal oven and grill would be ideal or keen to learn.
• Knowledge around preparing shellfish, whole fish and roast meats preferred.
• Work in a busy open kitchen, so being well presented and cool, calm and collected is important.

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.