Sous Chef Sunshine Plaza/ Full Time

Overview
The Sous Chef role at Yamagen, QT Melbourne (part of EVT) is a permanent, high-energy position within a leading designer hotel brand.
The candidate will bring expertise, attention to detail and creativity to a fast-paced, award-winning restaurant.
We are seeking a motivated, talented, vibrant and dynamic Sous Chef with sushi training and/or Japanese kitchen (tempura) experience to join Yamagen.
The ideal candidate will have a team-first attitude, a passion for culinary excellence, and the drive to succeed in this dynamic industry.
We are after a fun loving, dedicated professional who would embrace the opportunity to work for Australia's leading designer hotel brand.
If you have the skills, creativity, and dedication to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you
About EVT
As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel.
Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award-winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection by EVT and Thredbo.
Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.
About QT
QT Hotels & Resorts is EVT's premium lifestyle hotel brand, with locations in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.
Pioneers behind the philosophy of 'expect the unexpected', every property delivers an experience that combines local influence with QT's signature quirk.
And our people?
With personalities as diverse as each property, individuality is more than encouraged.
Woven into the city's fabric, QT Melbourne is at the heart of the CBD's cultural beat.
Want to come into our fold?
Show us your service-minded side and help keep luxury evolving across 188 industrial inspired rooms and signature dining at Yamagen.
We can't wait to see what you've got.
About Yamagen
Step into Yamagen.
Cool and casual izakaya drink and dine vibe folded with formidable culinary discipline; this is new generation Japanese for the discerning diner.
Glossy enamel black finishes frame eye-catching details.
Our Whisky list is a towering narrative of character, written by refined Japanese distilleries.
Sip from a select saké collection and sample curious cocktails in this low-lit showcase of Tokyo chic.
From kitchen and bar, tradition and invention are hand-rolled with market-fresh sashimi and intricate sushi sensations.
Indulge your guests with delectable share plates, shimi over and enjoy dishes from our live fuel robata, or bow to the formidable technique of Executive Chef Adam Lane for a tantalising Omakase experience.
About the role
We are seeking a motivated, talented, vibrant and dynamic Sous Chef to bring expertise, attention to detail and creativity to our high-energy, fast-paced & award-winning restaurant Yamagen.
The ideal candidate will have a team-first attitude, a passion for culinary excellence, and the drive to succeed in this dynamic industry.
We are after a fun loving, dedicated professional who would embrace the opportunity to work for Australia's leading designer hotel brand.
If you have the skills, creativity, and dedication to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you
Position Overview
The Sous Chef challenges our expectations and brings new and exciting ideas to create exceptional guest experiences across our spaces.
They will effectively manage and coordinate the production of food to maximise profitability and be responsible for approving all prepared food items that leave the kitchen.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure that the Hotel's kitchens produce a high quality food product at all times.
Check quality and accuracy of all daily deliveries of food and non-food related items.
Possess detailed food and menu knowledge pertaining to your role and manage all kitchen section requirements accordingly.
Supervise, check and correct all food preparation and rotation requirements for service.
Anticipate and attend to the guest's needs and desires immediately.
Monitor rosters to ensure that all sections and areas within the kitchen are properly staffed.
Prepare, cook and serve food on sections as required.
Delegate duties to Chefs of a lower grade.
Liaise with Chefs regarding restaurant and banquet functions.
Liaise with the F&B Manager and outlet Supervisors to ensure a smooth running operation.
Ensure that all standard recipes are followed in all outlets.
Monitor the rotation of stock in all storage facilities.
Closely monitor ordering and par levels to achieve food cost targets.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Hire, train, and supervise cooks and other food preparation workers.
Facilitate the efficient and effective staffing of the kitchen such that financial and service quality targets are achieved.
Kitchen team members are working productively and harmoniously together as a team.
Responsible for all Chefs, kitchen hands and stewards.
Represent and maintain professional working relationships with all departments and managers.
The candidate will have strong all-round experience in: Sashimi, Communication.
It would be advantageous to have Tempura and Robata experience.
Experience and Skills
2 years' experience in a similar style Japanese restaurant.
Benefits and Perks
Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more.
$2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
Location: 3000 Melbourne, Victoria EVT
Posted 21 days ago
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