Sous Chef

Trippas White Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Mae's Bar & Kitchen at Brisbane Powerhouse is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our kitchen team. This busy, seven-day operation delivers restaurant trade, functions and major Brisbane events.

You will work with the Head Chef to lead the kitchen, oversee service, maintain high food quality and ensure safety standards while supporting cost controls and team development. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-led environment and take pride in consistent, excellent food, we'd love to hear

Qualifications

• Experience leading a busy kitchen team.
• Confident running service under pressure.
• Hands-on and able to work alongside the team.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Understanding of food safety and kitchen procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support Head Chef with day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Lead kitchen during busy services and ensure smooth service.
• Work across restaurant, functions and large-scale events.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency.
• Ensure food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards are maintained.
• Assist with ordering, stock control and kitchen organisation.
• Help manage preparation, section organisation and service readiness.
• Train and develop junior kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with FOH for effective communication.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Organisation

Hands-on

Job description

Mary Mae's Bar & Kitchen, located at Brisbane Powerhouse overlooking the Brisbane River, is looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team.

We're a busy, high volume venue operating seven days a week, with a strong restaurant trade alongside functions, events and major Brisbane cultural and entertainment events. No two days are quite the same, and we're looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast paced environment and takes pride in leading a team and delivering great food consistently.

The Role

As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef and Venue team to oversee the day to day kitchen operation and ensure high standards across restaurant service, functions and events. You'll be a key part of the kitchen leadership team and will play an important role in keeping the kitchen organised, efficient and positive, particularly during busy services.

You'll be responsible for:

• Supporting the Head Chef with the day to day operation of the kitchen
• Leading the kitchen team during busy services and ensuring smooth service execution
• Working across restaurant, functions and large scale events
• Maintaining consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
• Ensuring food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards are maintained at all times
• Assisting with ordering, stock control, receiving and kitchen organisation
• Helping manage food preparation, section organisation and service readiness
• Training, developing and supporting junior members of the kitchen team
• Working closely with FOH to ensure effective communication and service
• Assisting the Head Chef with menu development, specials and kitchen improvements
• Supporting food cost, labour cost and other financial controls
• Helping identify opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency and reduce waste
• Leading by example and maintaining a positive and professional kitchen culture

About You

We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef, or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to take the next step.

You will:

• Have experience leading a busy kitchen team
• Be confident running service and making decisions under pressure
• Be hands on and comfortable working alongside the team
• Have strong organisational and communication skills
• Take pride in quality, consistency and presentation
• Have a strong understanding of food safety and kitchen procedures
• Enjoy working across restaurant service, functions and eventsUnderstand the importance of food cost, labour and waste control
• Be reliable, calm and professional under pressure
• Lead by example and be someone the team wants to work with
• Have a genuine passion for hospitality and great food

Why Join Mary Mae's?

Mary Mae's is a unique Brisbane venue with a beautiful riverfront location, a diverse customer base and a constantly changing mix of restaurant trade, functions and major events. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with an experienced Head Chef and Executive Chef, while being part of a supportive venue leadership team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef who wants to take ownership, develop their leadership skills and be part of a busy, high profile Brisbane hospitality venue.

This is a full time position.

Trippas White Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous and First Nations Australians to apply.