Lead Sous Chef – Resort Kitchen & Guest Experience

Village Roadshow Limited; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited free access to theme parks

Complimentary passes for friends and1

Discounts on dining and experiences

Employee Benefits app with retailer54

Exclusive team events & recognition

Wellbeing support & EAP

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Village Roadshow Limited, based at Sea World Resort on the Gold Coast, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team across multiple outlets. You will manage daily operations, uphold high standards of quality, safety and efficiency, and drive exceptional dining experiences for guests.

You will oversee main production and event kitchens, mentor chefs and apprentices, and contribute to menu development while maintaining budgets and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie in high-volume environments.
• Experience in international hotel or resort settings preferred (2+ years).
• Strong expertise in both à la carte and buffet service.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop a kitchen team.
• Solid HACCP and food safety knowledge.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
• Creative, enthusiastic and passionate about food.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the kitchen team to maintain a positive, high-performing environment.
• Oversee daily food production, presentation and hygiene to ensure quality and consistency.
• Create and deliver innovative menus reflecting current trends.
• Train, mentor and support team members including recruitment and performance management.
• Conduct regular team briefings and assist rostering and record-keeping (UKGPro and SAP).
• Monitor HACCP, hygiene and safety standards across all kitchen operations.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Organisation

Creativity

Multitasking

Team mentorship

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Job description

Village Roadshow Limited, based at Sea World Resort on the Gold Coast, is seeking a Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team across multiple outlets. You will manage daily operations, uphold high standards of quality, safety and efficiency, and drive exceptional dining experiences for guests.

You will oversee main production and event kitchens, mentor chefs and apprentices, and contribute to menu development while maintaining budgets and procedures.