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Sous Chef / Chef

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Hospitality · Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia · Full-Time · $80,000 - $85,000/yr · Visa: Employer sponsored

Whether you run a hotel kitchen in Dubai, a banqueting operation in Doha or a restaurant in Riyadh, this is a considered next move for a chef who leads. An oceanfront venue in Coffs Harbour, on the New South Wales coast, is appointing an experienced Sous Chef and welcoming qualified chefs.

The venue sits within a growing hospitality group whose fine and casual dining venues span Queensland and New South Wales. Its programme is varied: a bistro restaurant day to day, alongside frequent weddings, conferences, functions and live music events. The employer seeks 2+ years' experience in similar roles.

A sponsorship opportunity is available if required, a point worth weighing as you plan a move from the UAE to Australia.

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Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to menu development for the bistro and the venue's event packages
  • Lead the kitchen brigade and manage results within KPIs
  • Support recruitment and strengthen the existing team
  • Cultivate a positive working environment
  • Maintain food quality, portion control and presentation, and direct bistro service
  • Plan and deliver the venue's regular functions and events

Requirements & Eligibility

  • 2+ years' experience in a similar capacity
  • High emotional intelligence and strong people management
  • Proven experience leading a fast-paced kitchen with a varied, multifaceted workload
  • Attention to detail, quality control and a clear understanding of costing and profits
  • Strong organisational and planning skills

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