Sous Chef - Banquets

Novotel Hotels; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation discounts

Training platform access

Service milestones recognition

Job summary

Accor invites a creative Sous Chef to join the Sunshine Coast Convention Centre, within the Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort. You will lead daily kitchen operations, mentor staff and deliver outstanding cuisine across a wide range of high-profile events.

You will collaborate with a dynamic Head Chef and kitchen brigade to maintain quality, drive efficiency, and develop innovative menus for large-scale functions while upholding safety and hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• 2 years+ senior/leadership experience with strong banqueting background.
• Hands-on leader who motivates teams, sets standards and leads by example.
• Strong communicator, able to delegate and maintain high standards under pressure.
• Solutions-focused, adaptable and committed to improving food quality and service.
• Works independently with initiative, precision and attention to detail.
• Flexible to work rotating roster including weekends, evenings and public holidays.
• Must have full, unrestricted working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food delivery for large-scale events.
• Mentor and develop junior chefs; assist with recruitment, rostering and payroll.
• Create and innovate menus for banquets and high-profile events.
• Manage food costs, budgets and inventory efficiently.
• Oversee the stewarding team to ensure smooth kitchen operations, cleanliness and compliance with hygiene standards.
• Maintain a safe, professional and positive kitchen culture.
• Drive consistency, creativity and excellence across all services.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Menu development

Food cost control

Communication

Delegation

Detail orientation

Job description

Company Description

Step into an exciting culinary career at the Sunshine Coast Convention Centre — the region’s largest and most dynamic venue for world-class conferences, exhibitions and spectacular events. Located within the stunning Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort, our purpose-built venue features flexible event spaces, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to sustainability.

Company Description

Step into an exciting culinary career at the Sunshine Coast Convention Centre — the region’s largest and most dynamic venue for world-class conferences, exhibitions and spectacular events. Located within the stunning Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort, our purpose-built venue features flexible event spaces, cutting-edge technology, and a commitment to sustainability. As part of the culinary leadership team, you’ll help deliver extraordinary events — from high-profile conventions and exhibitions to elegant gala dinners for up to 1,400 guests. Working alongside a passionate Head Chef and talented kitchen brigade, you’ll play a key role in delivering innovative, high-quality cuisine at scale.

Job Description

As Sous Chef, you’ll support the Head Chef in leading kitchen operations, mentoring the team and delivering exceptional food across a diverse range of events. This role is perfect for a creative, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food delivery for large-scale events.
• Mentor and develop junior chefs; assist with recruitment, rostering and payroll.
• Create and innovate menus for banquets and high-profile events.
• Manage food costs, budgets and inventory efficiently.
• Oversee the stewarding team to ensure smooth kitchen operations, cleanliness and compliance with hygiene standards.
• Maintain a safe, professional and positive kitchen culture.
• Drive consistency, creativity and excellence across all services.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ senior/leadership experience with strong banqueting background.
• Hands-on leader who motivates teams, sets standards and leads by example.
• Strong communicator, able to delegate and maintain high standards under pressure.
• Solutions-focused, adaptable and committed to improving food quality and service.
• Works independently with initiative, precision and attention to detail.
• Flexible to work rotating roster including weekends, evenings and public holidays.
• Must have full, unrestricted working rights in Australia.

Additional Information

Why work for Accor?

Accor is one of the largest global hospitality businesses, with over 5400 Hotels across 110+ countries, the career development opportunities are endless.

Benefits Your Way

• Access to global accommodation and F&B discounts
• #LearnYourWay with a sophisticated modern training platform, which offers a constantly expanding database of free, industry focused training.
• Recognition of service anniversaries and Accor Tenure Milestones.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion.

• We are an inclusive employer, and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and develop diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you are most welcome to let us know.