Chefs and Cooks

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Sous Chef or Senior Chef to join a busy beachside restaurant kitchen in Queensland.

This is a hands-on leadership position suited to a chef who can demonstrate strong kitchen experience, maintain consistent food quality, and support the Head Chef in delivering smooth lunch and dinner services. The successful candidate will play an important role in leading the kitchen team, maintaining high standards, controlling food costs and ensuring a safe, organised and professional working environment.

• Oversee daily kitchen operations and support the Head Chef
• Lead lunch and dinner preparation and service in a high-volume environment
• Prepare and deliver consistently high-quality dishes
• Lead, train and support kitchen team members
• Maintain food presentation, quality and service timing
• Manage stock control, stock rotation and par levels
• Monitor food costs and minimise wastage
• Assist with rostering and efficient management of labour
• Maintain food safety, HACCP and WHS standards
• Ensure the kitchen remains clean, organised and compliant with required standards
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to maintain smooth service flow
• Work efficiently under pressure during busy service periods
• Maintain consistent preparation and kitchen procedures
• Demonstrate a proactive and professional approach to daily operations

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Chef or in a similar kitchen leadership role
• Strong commercial kitchen and high-volume service experience
• Ability to lead, train and motivate kitchen staff
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP and WHS requirements
• Understanding of stock control, par levels and food cost management
• Good understanding of kitchen rostering and labour management
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to food quality
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team
• Reliable, punctual and professionally presented
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, proactive and can-do attitude
• Availability to work across a 7-day roster, including public holidays
• Willingness to take responsibility for kitchen operations and team performance

Sponsorship Available.