Sous Chef – North Queensland (4073600)
Job Description
Sous Chef – North Queensland
Immediate Start | $80,000 Salary | Free Accommodation
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated Sous Chef in North Queensland, with the skills and confidence to support an established kitchen team and step up into a key leadership role. You’ll work closely with the Head Chef to deliver high-quality pub dining, fresh seafood and seasonal dishes, while supervising the kitchen team and helping drive smooth, efficient service. This is a hands-on position suited to a chef who thrives in a busy kitchen, takes pride in food quality and is ready to take the next step in their career.
Package
💰 $80,000 salary
🏡 Free accommodation
🛏️ Private onsite single room
📅 Full-time position
🚀 Immediate start
About the venue
Located in the heart of a relaxed North Queensland coastal town, this well-established pub combines classic Queensland character with a modern and welcoming atmosphere.
The venue has a strong local following and attracts a diverse mix of locals, families, tourists and travellers. The kitchen focuses on quality pub favourites, fresh local seafood and seasonal produce, creating a varied and rewarding environment for a chef who enjoys cooking with quality ingredients.
With a busy social atmosphere and strong connection to the local community, this is a genuine opportunity to become part of an established regional hospitality operation.
About the role
Working alongside the Head Chef, you’ll play an important role in the day-to-day kitchen operation, helping lead the team and maintain consistently high standards across food preparation and service.
Key responsibilities
- Assist the Head Chef with the daily management and operation of the kitchen
- Supervise, support and mentor chefs, cooks, apprentices and kitchen hands
- Prepare and cook quality pub meals, fresh seafood and seasonal dishes
- Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and portion control
- Assist with menu planning, daily specials and function and event catering
- Monitor stock levels and assist with ordering, receiving and storage
- Assist with food costing and minimise waste
- Maintain strict food safety, hygiene and temperature-control standards
- Ensure the kitchen remains organised, clean and efficient throughout service
- Take responsibility for the kitchen when the Head Chef is unavailable
- Contribute ideas and support continuous improvement across kitchen operations
- Perform other duties as required
What we’re looking for
We’re seeking a qualified and experienced chef who is ready to take on greater responsibility and play a key role within the kitchen team.
You’ll ideally bring:
- Previous experience as a Sous Chef, Senior Chef or experienced Chef
- Strong cooking skills across pub dining and seafood
- Proven ability to work effectively in a busy commercial kitchen
- Leadership skills and the confidence to supervise a small kitchen team
- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene and kitchen procedures
- Good knowledge of stock control, portioning and food costs
- Excellent organisation and time-management skills
- A hands-on approach and strong work ethic
- The ability to remain calm and effective during busy service periods
- A positive attitude and willingness to contribute to the wider team
Life in North Queensland
This is a fantastic location for someone who enjoys a relaxed coastal lifestyle, with beautiful beaches, a warm tropical climate and a welcoming local community.
Outside of work, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy swimming, fishing, boating and snorkelling, with coral reefs and stunning coastal scenery close by.
Add fresh local seafood, tropical produce, warm summers and mild winters, and you’ll have plenty to explore when you’re off the clock.
If you’re an experienced chef looking for a hands-on Sous Chef opportunity with career progression, free accommodation and a fantastic North Queensland coastal lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to start your remote adventure and feel you are the right candidate for this role, we would love to hear from you – please forward your resume to jobs@mlkarecruitment.com.au or click ‘Apply Now’ above.
All applications are handled on a confidential basis.
Note, due to confidentiality on some roles, not all our positions are externally advertised.
Who We Are:
MLKA Hospitality Recruitment are industry leaders in remote, regional and outback hospitality employment Australia wide. Australian owned and operated since 2008.
Our roles offer an excellent opportunity for skilled hospitality staff to embark on an adventurous career, experiencing the REAL Australia.
We recruit for equal opportunity employers.
Specific details of our roles, salary and locations are provided during the interview process.
We recruit for the best hospitality employers in regional & remote Australia who can offer their employees a great work/life balance. Our service is 100% free for jobseekers.
Escape the high cost and stresses of city living with a fantastic live in role – accommodation packages are provided with all roles.
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