Sous Chef | Seagulls

David McBeth; Tweed Heads; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 weeks annual leave

Complimentary onsite gym membership

Free onsite parking

Complimentary duty meals

Opportunity to work for a community‑f0

Job summary

Seagulls in Tweed Heads, NSW, seeks an experienced Sous Chef to join our not-for-profit hospitality group. You will work with the Head Chef to lead the kitchen team and deliver an outstanding dining experience.

Drive food quality, safety and consistency, mentor junior staff, and contribute innovative ideas. Flexibility for evenings, weekends and public holidays is required in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and WHS legislation.
• Experience in food quality control and consistency.
• HACCP accreditation.
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate.
• Formal Chef trade qualifications.
• Passion for producing high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Current First Aid, CPR, and Advanced Resuscitation Certificates.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Chef in daily kitchen activities.
• In charge in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Coordinate kitchen activities during service to ensure smooth and timely operations.
• Develops ordering & prep lists.
• Supervise food preparation to maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.
• Ensure all dishes meet the venue’s standards before leaving the kitchen.
• Monitor portion sizes and adherence to recipes.
• Train and mentor junior staff, including line cooks and kitchen assistants.
• Handle staff-related issues, such as scheduling, discipline, and performance feedback, in collaboration with the Head Chef.
• Enforce compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all kitchen equipment and workspaces.
• Ensure all opening & closing checklists are completed
• Complete ERM end of shift reports

Skills

Fast-paced kitchen

Food safety

HACCP

Visual plating

Team supervision

First Aid CPR

Roster flexibility

Education

Chef trade qualification

Job description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef to join our team.

Working closely with the Head Chef, the Sous Chef plays a pivotal role in leading and supporting the kitchen team to deliver an outstanding dining experience. Our vision is to establish Seagulls as a premier dining destination in the Northern Rivers - and we are looking for someone who shares our ambition.

As part of a collaborative and innovative culinary team, you will contribute fresh ideas and drive excellence, ensuring we consistently exceed our guests’ expectations.

What sets us apart from a typical hospitality venue is our role as a cornerstone of the community. As a not-for-profit organisation, we believe in creating opportunities, supporting others, and fostering a culture where an “anything is possible” mindset thrives.

By joining Seagulls, you become part of the Norths Collective family, which includes Norths Cammeray, The Greens North Sydney, The Alcott Lane Cove, and The Verandah Beecroft.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Support

• Assists the Head Chef in daily kitchen activities
• In charge in the absence of the Head Chef
• Coordinate kitchen activities during service to ensure smooth and timely operations.

Food Preparation & Quality Control

• Develops ordering & prep lists
• Supervise food preparation to maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and quality.
• Ensure all dishes meet the venue’s standards before leaving the kitchen.
• Monitor portion sizes and adherence to recipes

Team Supervision

• Train and mentor junior staff, including line cooks and kitchen assistants.
• Handle staff-related issues, such as scheduling, discipline, and performance feedback, in collaboration with the Head Chef.

Hygiene & Safety

• Enforce compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of all kitchen equipment and workspaces.
• Ensure all opening & closing checklists are completed
• Complete ERM end of shift reports

About You

• Proven experience in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene standards, and WHS legislation
• Experience in food quality control and consistency
• HACCP accreditation
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate
• Formal Chef trade qualifications
• Passion for producing high-quality, visually appealing dishes
• Availability to work a rotating roster, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays
• Current First Aid, CPR, and Advanced Resuscitation Certificates

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Complimentary onsite gym membership
• Free onsite parking
• Complimentary duty meals
• Opportunity to work for a community-focused organisation committed to making a difference
• Supportive and dynamic leadership team focused on growth and innovation

If you are passionate about food and want to be part of an innovative and growing hospitality group, we would love to hear from you.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Seagulls team.