We are on the lookout for a new Sous Chef to join our team at the Coolangatta Surf Club.

Key Perks of the job:

Full time salaried position above award salary

Rotating roster with regular weekends off

Positive and supportive workplace culture, Well being Committee, access to EAP counselling.

Development opportunity for a chef looking to progress their career with a patient and supportive Senior kitchen team.

Our beachfront location and modern menu generate a very busy (and growing!) bistro trade for our 300pax bistro, delivering daily lunch and dinner service, as well as a range of all-day dishes, snacks and pizzas.

The successful candidate will support the Head and Senior Sous Chef in running daily service with our medium sized kitchen team, made up of a diverse bunch of professional yet laid back chefs, cooks and kitchen hands. In this role you can expect to work a mix of day and evening shifts, and enjoy regular weekends off!

At the Coolangatta Surf Club we pride ourselves on our friendly and inclusive nature, our team spirit, and positive workplace culture. We work hard to ensure everyone enjoys their job, feels appreciated for their contributions the business, and leaves their shift happy. We achieve this through a strong emphasis on staff rewards, employee assistance and support opportunities, and our mental health and wellbeing committee.

We’re looking for someone who is confident working in a high volume and fast-paced environment and who has a natural ability to connect with, engage, and motivate your team. Not just amongst your immediate kitchen crew; we’re looking for someone who can build positive relationships with members of the wider service team, and drive your staff to do the same.

This is a perfect development opportunity for an experienced chef looking to progress into a more senior position in the kitchen. You’ll be backed along the journey by a patient and supportive Head and Sous Chef team.

Duties of the role will include:

Ensuring the highest quality control of product

Assisting with menu design

Training, developing and mentoring more junior staff

Provide strong and clear leadership

Be systems orientated and a strong team player

Project a positive and motivated attitude among Chefs and other team members

Promote harmony and positivity between staff members and the wider Front of House service team

We’re looking for someone with the following skills, experience and attributes:

Trade Qualification

Minimum of two (2) years experience in a qualified chef role

Strong understanding of Food, Safety and Hygiene practices

Excellent communicator at all levels, and strong interpersonal skills

Acts with integrity, honesty, and fairness towards colleagues, suppliers, and customers

Adaptable and a willingness to learn and grow

Ability to remain calm under pressure