Sous Chef

6 days ago

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia National Trust of Australia Queensland Full time
Sous Chef

About National Trust Queensland & Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Voted one of the Gold Coast's most popular tourist destinations, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (CWS) is the crown jewel of the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) [NTAQ] properties. As one of Queensland's earliest nature-based tourist destinations, the Sanctuary is a physical embodiment of everything the NTAQ represents:to conserve and advance our natural and cultural heritage for future generations.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Sous Chef to join our culinary team. As the second-in-command in the kitchen, the Sous Chef plays a crucial role in supporting the Head Chef, overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. This role requires strong leadership, culinary expertise, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This is a full-time role on a rotating roster.

About the Role

  • Assist the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation and culinary activities
  • Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient operations
  • Ensure consistency and presentation of dishes meet quality standards
  • Help manage inventory, ordering, and receiving of kitchen supplies and ingredients
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen according to food safety and sanitation standards
  • Train and mentor junior kitchen staff
  • Assist with the creation of new menu items and seasonal specials
  • Handle kitchen in the absence of the Executive Chef
  • Monitor portion and waste control to maintain profitability

About You

To be successful in this role you will ideally have experience working in a commercial kitchen with great attention to detail and a friendly and positive attitude. Must have previous experience.

Other key skills and attributes we are looking for include:

Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role in a fast-paced kitchen

Formal culinary training or relevant certifications preferred

In-depth knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, and kitchen equipment

Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Availability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Food Safety Certification

Experience with inventory systems and cost control procedures

Creative flair and a passion for culinary excellence

What we can offer
Just as our charter is to protect, conserve, and celebrate the Environmental, Built and Cultural heritage of our State â we also are committed to ensuring our Team Members are protected, taken care of and of course celebrated We offer current and future team members:

  • Benchmarked Salary
  • Free On-Site Parking
  • Tertiary Education Partners for access to recognised Qualifications
  • Flexible Working Arrangements and Study Leave
  • NTAQ Team Member Card offering unlimited entry to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and other SEQ sites and generous retail & food & beverage discounts
  • Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Family & Friends Passes
  • Access to 470+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport for you and your family
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