Sous Chef | Bayswater

Queensland Venue Co. PTY LTD; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression across 250+ AVC Ven

Staff discounts

Ongoing training

Waterfront destination

Job summary

Bayswater Bar & Grill, part of Australian Venue Co., is seeking an experienced Sous Chef to join our coastal dining team on the Urangan Esplanade in Hervey Bay. You will work closely with the Head Chef to lead the kitchen and deliver consistent quality in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

We offer competitive salary, career progression across 250+ AVC venues Australia-wide, staff discounts, and ongoing training in a premier waterfront destination.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up.
• Experience in a high-volume bistro, pub or restaurant kitchen.
• Availability to work a rotating roster including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop the kitchen team.
• Maintain high food quality and presentation standards.
• Manage food safety and compliance.
• Assist with ordering, stock control and rostering.
• Support labour and food cost targets.
• Drive a positive and efficient kitchen culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Food safety

High-volume kitchen

Rotating roster

Job description

Situated on the stunning Urangan Esplanade, Bayswater Bar & Grill offers relaxed coastal dining with breathtaking views across Hervey Bay and K'gari. From fresh local seafood and premium steaks to woodfired pizzas and classic pub favourites, we're proud to deliver quality food and memorable experiences for locals and visitors alike.

We're on the hunt for an experienced Sous Chef to join our passionate kitchen team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is ready to help drive a successful, high-volume kitchen.

About the role

As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef to lead the kitchen team, maintain exceptional food quality and ensure smooth daily operations.

• Leading, mentoring and developing the kitchen team
• Maintaining high food quality and presentation standards
• Managing food safety and compliance
• Assisting with ordering, stock control and rostering
• Supporting labour and food cost targets
• Driving a positive and efficient kitchen culture

About you

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or strong Senior Chef de Partie ready to step up
• Experience in a high-volume bistro, pub or restaurant kitchen
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A passion for producing quality food consistently
• Sound knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations
• Availability to work a rotating roster including nights and weekends

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Career progression across 250+ AVC venues Australia-wide
• Staff discounts across food and beverage
• Work with a supportive Venue Manager and Head Chef
• Ongoing training and development
• Be part of one of Hervey Bay's premier waterfront destinations

If you're looking to grow your career with one of Australia's leading hospitality groups while enjoying the lifestyle Hervey Bay has to offer.

The work you do will directly impact everyone of our customers and our aim is to ensure our employees are provided with the support and knowledge to exceed our customers’ expectations.

Australian Venue Co. promotes a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion through programs like AVC Pride for LGBTQIA+ support, Her Hospo for empowering women, and a First Nations Committee for reconciliation. We are committed to growing our understanding and engagement in diversity, equity and inclusion to build a more inclusive industry.

We’re passionate about training & developing our team members and providing internal career advancement opportunities.

At AVC, we turn hospo jobs into careers!

If your next step is to become a Duty Manager, Assistant Venue Manager or Venue Manager, we can support you on your career journey.