Sous Chef

Sous Chef – Bella VeneziaA Rare Opportunity for a Serious ChefIf you're a high-performing chef ready to take the next genuine step in your career, this is one of the most compelling opportunities on the Sunshine Coast.About UsBella Venezia is a multi-award-winning Italian restaurant established in 1983, widely recognised as one of Queensland’s most iconic dining institutions.With 150 seats across two dining rooms and two fully equipped kitchens — including a dedicated prep kitchen — we deliver refined Italian cuisine at scale, operating 7 days a week from 11:30am until late.As part of the Bella Venezia Group — alongside the newly launched Fish House Steak & Grill — we offer genuine long-term career progression across multiple premium venues.Recent Awards• 2025 Luxury Restaurant Award Australasia – Winner
• 2025 AGFG One Chef Hat (13)
• 2024 AGFG Readers' Choice – Best Italian
• 2023 R&CA Italian Formal Restaurant – Winner
• 2022 Best Wine List QLD – Australian Wine List of the Year
• 2022 World of Fine Wine – Best Regional Italian ListThe OpportunityWe are seeking a Sous Chef who wants more than just a job — someone driven by progression, leadership, and the opportunity to contribute to one of Queensland’s most respected hospitality groups.You will step into a stable, well-structured environment where high standards, consistency, and professionalism are non-negotiable. This is a role for someone who wants to be part of a strong leadership team, have genuine input, and build a long-term career within an established and growing group.Key Responsibilities• Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing kitchen brigade
• Maintain exceptional standards across high-volume, premium service
• Take operational ownership across both kitchens
• Execute refined Italian cuisine with consistency and precision
• Uphold systems, structure, food safety, and kitchen discipline
• Act as a reliable second-in-command to the Head ChefAbout YouThis role is ideal for a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie who:
• Has experience in Chef Hat or premium dining environments
• Thrives in a structured, high-performance kitchen
• Is seeking clear career progression within a respected group
• Values professionalism, discipline, and consistency
• Takes pride in execution and attention to detail
• Is eager to learn and grow under experienced leadershipWhat We Offer• Competitive salary above industry benchmarks
• 43–45 hour structured roster
• 5-day work week with 2 consecutive days off
• A highly organised, professional kitchen environment
• Long-term career growth across the Bella Venezia Group, including Fish House Steak & Grill
• Access to premium produce and a respected food program
• The opportunity to build a career — not just fill a roleSponsorship• 482 visa sponsorship available
• 186 visa not availableApply NowFor a confidential discussion, contact:
Ben Achurch
📞 0477 208 431Or apply via SEEK.