Case study
Sous Chef Recruitment, Melbourne: Two Hat Venue
The challenge
A two-hat venue needed a Sous Chef, but the bar was different to most placements. The kitchen was already performing at a high level, so a hire who simply matched the standard wouldn't have been enough. They needed someone who could integrate quickly and lift the kitchen further.
Our approach
We screened specifically for candidates with two-hat or equivalent fine-dining experience, weighing not just technical skill but how well someone would fit an already-established, high-performing team dynamic.
The outcome
A Sous Chef was placed who integrated into the existing kitchen without disrupting its rhythm, and has since taken on a larger role in refining sections of the menu.
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