Great Salary with good working conditions and work-life ballance Work by the water, play in the sun, live in paradise Amazing culture built on reputation - Australian Owned and Operated The Company My client is one of Queensland's most established, family-owned hospitality groups, with origins dating back to the early 1950s and a legacy built on quality, consistency, and genuine hospitality. Over decades, it has grown into a diverse portfolio of premium restaurants, cafés, and event spaces, recognized for delivering high-end dining experiences grounded in exceptional service and locally sourced Australian produce. The group is known for operating iconic venues across Brisbane and coastal locations, combining traditional hospitality values with modern execution. Strongly focused on guest experience, staff development, and community involvement, the business continues to evolve while maintaining the standards and reputation that have defined it for generations. The Role As Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role in our open coastal Mediterranean kitchen-home to a Josper grill and Montague broiler-working closely with our Executive Chef to deliver a consistently exceptional dining experience. Your role will involve supporting day‑to‑day kitchen operations and service execution, leading and mentoring junior chefs, upholding exceptional standards of food quality, presentation and consistency, and managing ordering, stock rotation and waste minimisation. You will also ensure all workplace health and safety standards are met, contribute ideas toward seasonal menu development, and help maintain a collaborative, positive and high‑performing kitchen culture. Skills and Experience The successful candidate will be expected to possess, but not be limited to, the following attributes: Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Sous Chef role in a high-volume and elevated venue, strong time management skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure Full availability - Sunday & Monday is a must to cover the Head Chef's RDO's Exceptional execution and culinary production service, ability to multi-task and has an understanding of food costing, labor control, and kitchen systems Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a collaborative approach, positive attitude, and strong work ethic - Running the pass and execution of service is imperative Relevant qualifications in Commercial Cookery, as well as certifications in food safety and hygiene Benefits and Culture Competitive salary - Up To $90K Super (based on experience) Stable, long-term role with an established group - 2 Days off in a row Award-winning company with plans for more venues to come Autonomy to lead and shape kitchen operations Southern Gold Coast location & free parking To apply online, please click on the apply button. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact Michael Redhead on mredhead@frontlinehospitality.com.au Seeking a job change? When you fill out a confidential profile with Frontline Hospitality it goes to our team of experienced recruiters who will work with you to find your dream role. Our unique system of recruitment means the whole team will be trying to find you the right job. Whether it is now or in the near future we will continue to match positions to suit your needs until we find you the perfect job! Or just looking around? We highly recommend that you call us even if you are not officially in the job market. Once we understand what you are looking for we keep you in the know, because no one knows Hospitality like us. Also, the majority of positions we fill are done so without advertising! Existing Frontline Hospitality registered candidates often get the first look at new opportunities. Did you know? Frontline Hospitality has offices across Australia and not all of our roles are advertised on external job boards, so head to our website to view all of our available positions and apply for any roles of interest. www.frontlinehospitality.com.au SCR-michael-redhead-1 Consultant mredhead@frontlinehospitality.com.au Reference number: 217284 Profession:Hospitality & TourismChefs/Cooks Company: Frontline Hospitality QLD Date posted: 27th Feb, 2026
