Job Description
Good—this is exactly the kind of filter that positions Sonora where you want it.
You’re not hiring a “chef.” You’re hiring signal.
Here’s a sharp, high-end job ad that will actually attract the right level:
Senior Chef de Partie / Junior Sous – Sonora Potts Point
Sonora is a modern Mexican restaurant in Potts Point, built on Australian produce, fire-based cooking, and a garden-to-table philosophy.
We are not traditional.
We are not casual dining.
We are building something precise, ambitious, and globally relevant.
The Role
We are looking for a Senior Chef to join a tight, focused kitchen team.
This is a hands-on role working directly on:
Fire cooking and protein
Seasonal menu development
Prep systems and refinement of dishes
Service execution at a high standard
*
Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
At least 12 months experience in a hatted or Michelin-starred kitchen
Strong fundamentals in:
*
Butchery
Sauce work
Service discipline
*
Ability to work clean, fast, and with intent
What We Care About
You’ve worked somewhere that actually cares about food
You understand standards, not just speed
You take pride in details most people ignore
You want to be part of building something — not just clocking shifts
What This Is Not
Not a pub job
Not a cruise-control kitchen
Not a place to hide
What You Get
Work directly with an experienced chef-owner
Creative input on evolving menus
A serious kitchen with a clear direction
Opportunity to grow with the business as it expands
To Apply
Send your CV + a short note on:
Where you’ve worked
What you want next
Why this role makes sense for you
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,862.25 – $84,915.02 per year
Benefits:
Salary packaging
Work Location: In person
You’re not hiring a “chef.” You’re hiring signal.
Here’s a sharp, high-end job ad that will actually attract the right level:
Senior Chef de Partie / Junior Sous – Sonora Potts Point
Sonora is a modern Mexican restaurant in Potts Point, built on Australian produce, fire-based cooking, and a garden-to-table philosophy.
We are not traditional.
We are not casual dining.
We are building something precise, ambitious, and globally relevant.
The Role
We are looking for a Senior Chef to join a tight, focused kitchen team.
This is a hands-on role working directly on:
Fire cooking and protein
Seasonal menu development
Prep systems and refinement of dishes
Service execution at a high standard
*
Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable)
At least 12 months experience in a hatted or Michelin-starred kitchen
Strong fundamentals in:
*
Butchery
Sauce work
Service discipline
*
Ability to work clean, fast, and with intent
What We Care About
You’ve worked somewhere that actually cares about food
You understand standards, not just speed
You take pride in details most people ignore
You want to be part of building something — not just clocking shifts
What This Is Not
Not a pub job
Not a cruise-control kitchen
Not a place to hide
What You Get
Work directly with an experienced chef-owner
Creative input on evolving menus
A serious kitchen with a clear direction
Opportunity to grow with the business as it expands
To Apply
Send your CV + a short note on:
Where you’ve worked
What you want next
Why this role makes sense for you
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,862.25 – $84,915.02 per year
Benefits:
Salary packaging
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Chef position is now open for candidates interested in the Restaurants & Food Service sector. This role in Newtown offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Restaurants & Food Service is a plus.
