Senior Sous Chef — High-Volume Event Kitchen Leader

Brisbane Entertainment Centre; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Staff discounts on food and beverages

Uniform provided

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

The Brisbane Entertainment Centre is seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to support our Executive Chef in leading a high-performing kitchen team and delivering exceptional food experiences for guests.

Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, you will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, manage stock, costs and compliance, and foster a positive, high‑performing culture across concerts, corporate events and premium hospitality.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or senior kitchen leader.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Experience in high-volume catering, hospitality or event environments.
• Excellent food safety and hygiene knowledge.
• Sound understanding of stock control, inventory management and food cost control.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen management.
• Supervise, coach and develop kitchen team members.
• Assist with menu planning, food preparation and service delivery.
• Manage stock control, stock rotation, ordering and inventory management.
• Complete stocktakes and monitor food costs and wastage.
• Maintain quality assurance processes and food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

High-volume catering

Food safety knowledge

Stock control

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery

Food Safety Supervisor Certificate

Job description

The Brisbane Entertainment Centre is seeking an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to support our Executive Chef in leading a high-performing kitchen team and delivering exceptional food experiences for guests.

Reporting directly to the Executive Chef, you will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, manage stock, costs and compliance, and foster a positive, high‑performing culture across concerts, corporate events and premium hospitality.