Lead Sous Chef — Community-Focused Kitchen

Norths Collective; Tweed Heads; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Complimentary onsite gym membership

Free onsite parking

Complimentary duty meals

Job summary

Seagulls, part of Norths Collective, is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our team. You will work closely with the Head Chef to lead and support the kitchen, delivering exceptional dining experiences and ensuring consistent quality across all dishes.

As part of a community-focused not-for-profit group, you will contribute fresh ideas, train junior staff, and uphold HACCP standards while managing a high-volume kitchen with a rotating roster that includes evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and WHS legislation.
• Experience in food quality control and consistency.
• HACCP accreditation.
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and Advanced Resuscitation Certificates.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Chef in daily kitchen activities and during service; leads in the Head Chef's absence.
• Coordinate kitchen activities to ensure smooth operations and timely service.
• Supervise food preparation to maintain taste, presentation and quality.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Leadership

Food safety

Education

HACCP accreditation

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

First Aid, CPR & Advanced Resuscitation

Job description

Seagulls, part of Norths Collective, is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our team. You will work closely with the Head Chef to lead and support the kitchen, delivering exceptional dining experiences and ensuring consistent quality across all dishes.

As part of a community-focused not-for-profit group, you will contribute fresh ideas, train junior staff, and uphold HACCP standards while managing a high-volume kitchen with a rotating roster that includes evenings and weekends.