Junior Sous Chef - Dynamic Events Kitchen Leader

The Star Gold Coast; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary buffet meal on every 
sh

Uniform laundered daily

Discounted city parking

Up to 30% restaurant & accommodation

Paid training and career development

Competitive hourly rates + penalties

Job summary

The Star Brisbane is recruiting a Junior Sous Chef to support the Sous Chef, lead daily kitchen operations and mentor Commis, Demi and Cook team members. You will ensure high standards of food quality, presentation and service in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the Sous Chef, you will help drive consistency, training and compliance with food safety and workplace health and safety requirements, while contributing to menu execution and operational excellence during service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Sound knowledge of food safety and kitchen compliance requirements.
• Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support the Sous Chef in the day-to-day operation of the kitchen.
• Lead by example to deliver exceptional food quality, consistency and presentation.
• Train, mentor and develop Commis Chefs, Demi Chefs, Cooks and Apprentices.
• Ensure preparation and service standards are maintained across all sections.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Contribute to menu execution and operational excellence during service.

Skills

Leadership

High-volume kitchen

Food safety knowledge

Education

Trade qualification in Commercial Cookery or equivalent

Job description

The Star Brisbane is recruiting a Junior Sous Chef to support the Sous Chef, lead daily kitchen operations and mentor Commis, Demi and Cook team members. You will ensure high standards of food quality, presentation and service in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the Sous Chef, you will help drive consistency, training and compliance with food safety and workplace health and safety requirements, while contributing to menu execution and operational excellence during service.