Sous Chef

Bella Venezia Restaurant & Bar; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary above industry

43-45 hour roster

5-day work week

Organised, professional kitchen

Career growth across Bella Venezia

Access to premium produce

Long-term career path

Job summary

Bella Venezia on the Sunshine Coast is seeking a Sous Chef to join a multi-award-winning Italian restaurant established in 1983. You will lead a high-performing team, drive excellence in a premium, high-volume kitchen, and contribute to ongoing success within the Bella Venezia Group.

This role offers a structured environment with clear progression, competitive pay above industry benchmarks, and a 5-day week across two kitchens.

Qualifications

• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing kitchen brigade.
• Maintain exceptional standards across high-volume, premium service.
• Take operational ownership across both kitchens.
• Execute refined Italian cuisine with consistency and precision.
• Uphold systems, structure, food safety, and kitchen discipline.
• Act as a reliable second-in-command to the Head Chef.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing kitchen brigade.
• Maintain exceptional standards across high-volume, premium service.
• Take operational ownership across both kitchens.
• Execute refined Italian cuisine with consistency and precision.
• Uphold systems, structure, food safety, and kitchen discipline.
• Act as a reliable second-in-command to the Head Chef.

Job description

If you're a high-performing chef ready to take the next genuine step in your career, this is one of the most compelling opportunities on the Sunshine Coast.

Sous Chef - Bella Venezia

A Rare Opportunity for a Serious Chef

If you're a high-performing chef ready to take the next genuine step in your career, this is one of the most compelling opportunities on the Sunshine Coast.

About Us

Bella Venezia is a multi-award-winning Italian restaurant established in 1983, widely recognised as one of Queenslands most iconic dining institutions.

With 150 seats across two dining rooms and two fully equipped kitchens - including a dedicated prep kitchen, we deliver refined Italian cuisine at scale, operating 7 days a week from 11:30am until late.

As part of the Bella Venezia Group - alongside the newly launched Fish House Steak & Grill, we offer genuine long-term career progression across multiple premium venues.

Recent Awards

• 2025 Luxury Restaurant Award Australasia - Winner
• 2025 AGFG One Chef Hat (13)
• 2024 AGFG Readers' Choice - Best Italian
• 2023 R&CA Italian Formal Restaurant - Winner
• 2022 Best Wine List QLD - Australian Wine List of the Year
• 2022 World of Fine Wine - Best Regional Italian List

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Sous Chef who wants more than just a job - someone driven by progression, leadership, and the opportunity to contribute to one of Queenslands most respected hospitality groups.

You will step into a stable, well-structured environment where high standards, consistency, and professionalism are non-negotiable. This is a role for someone who wants to be part of a strong leadership team, have genuine input, and build a long-term career within an established and growing group.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing kitchen brigade
• Maintain exceptional standards across high-volume, premium service
• Take operational ownership across both kitchens
• Execute refined Italian cuisine with consistency and precision
• Uphold systems, structure, food safety, and kitchen discipline
• Act as a reliable second-in-command to the Head Chef

About You

This role is ideal for a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie who:

• Has experience in Chef Hat or premium dining environments
• Thrives in a structured, high-performance kitchen
• Is seeking clear career progression within a respected group
• Values professionalism, discipline, and consistency
• Takes pride in execution and attention to detail
• Is eager to learn and grow under experienced leadership

What We Offer

• Competitive salary above industry benchmarks
• 43-45 hour structured roster
• 5-day work week with 2 consecutive days off
• A highly organised, professional kitchen environment
• Long-term career growth across the Bella Venezia Group, including Fish House Steak & Grill
• Access to premium produce and a respected food program
• The opportunity to build a career - not just fill a role

Sponsorship

• 482 visa sponsorship available
• 186 visa not available