Chef
Hospitality · Wurtulla, Sunshine Coast QLD, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview
Ready to step up in your cooking career? Maybe you have been running a busy kitchen in a Middle East hotel or back home in the Philippines. A well-regarded hospitality business in Queensland is looking for an experienced Sous Chef with proven kitchen skills, dependable leadership and a real commitment to quality.
You will work beside the Head Chef to coordinate kitchen activities, support the culinary team, keep food standards high and help the venue's food offering keep growing.
This is a role for a chef who is ready for more responsibility. Your hands-on experience, trade qualifications, leadership and ability to perform well during busy service will all count when the employer decides who fits best.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Head Chef to run the kitchen day to day, and take charge when the Head Chef is away
- Organise prep and service so the kitchen flows smoothly
- Lead the team through busy trading periods, supervising staff and making sure everyone knows their tasks
- Keep food quality, presentation, flavour and portion sizes consistent
- Help plan menus and seasonal dishes, and share creative ideas for specials and menu improvements
- Check stock levels and help with purchasing and supplier orders
- Help keep food costs under control and cut unnecessary waste
- Make sure food is stored, prepared and handled to the required standards
- Follow HACCP, food safety, hygiene and workplace safety procedures
- Train, guide and mentor kitchen staff who are still developing
- Keep an eye on kitchen cleanliness, organisation and how equipment is used
- Work well with management and front-of-house staff, helping build a respectful, accountable and professional team
Requirements & Eligibility
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Chef or in a similar senior kitchen role
- A formal qualification in Commercial Cookery
- A strong background in commercial or hospitality kitchens, with experience leading and supervising kitchen teams
- Confident handling high-volume service, with strong practical knowledge of food preparation and presentation
- Good understanding of HACCP, food hygiene and food safety requirements
- Strong organisation, time management, communication and leadership skills
- Stays calm and organised under service pressure
- A reliable, proactive, hands-on attitude and a strong commitment to quality and consistency
- Willing to take responsibility and help the kitchen keep improving
- Able to show evidence of your relevant qualifications and professional experience
- Australian working rights or eligibility for employer sponsorship; sponsorship is available for a suitable and verified candidate
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