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* Lead the hospitality team at a landmark new sporting & hospitality venue
* Make a real difference to the community - Full time role
* Great opportunity with a growing and entrepreneurial organisation
A fantastic opportunity exists for the right candidate to manage the hospitality business unit of a new landmark, community-based sports and hospitality venue located in East Fremantle.
The Role
Reporting to the Head Chef as Sous Chef of the East Fremantle Community Park, which includes a Bar & Cafe, Function Centre, Fitness Centre, Football Oval, Bowling Greens, and Croquet Greens, you will be responsible for the venue's operational, financial, and program deliverables. You will develop and execute plans through engagement with the venue's leadership team and key stakeholders.
With experience in hospitality, food & beverage, and events management, you will be responsible for driving the Park’s hospitality success.
About You
We’re looking for a passionate and hands-on Sous Chef to join the team at Carnaby’s. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, leads by example, and brings a strong focus on quality, consistency, and creativity across café, restaurant, and function service. You'll work side-by-side with a skilled and supportive team, taking pride in delivering exceptional food and memorable experiences.
Key Accountabilities
* Directly responsible for hands-on food preparation and overseeing service operations.
* Demonstrates a strong awareness of trends and innovations within the hospitality industry
* Collaborate with marketing teams to promote the venue on social media, develop sales strategies, and attract new business.
* Manage budgets, control costs, and ensure profitability while meeting revenue targets.
* Coordinate with internal teams (kitchen, bar, and operations) to ensure high-quality service and venue success.
* Oversee food quality control, maintain procedure manuals, update menus, and assist with front house operations as required.
* Recruit, train, and oversee kitchen staff, ensuring efficient service and adherence to venue standards.
* Maintain high presentation and service standards across all spaces.
* Ensure kitchen operations comply with health and safety regulations.
Essential Skills And Qualifications
* Relevant professional certifications in kitchen operations or related areas.
* 5+ years of experience as Sous Chef or a strong CDP ready to step up.
* Understanding of food costs, menu planning, and hospitality operations.
* Strong leadership and organizational skills to manage a diverse team and ensure smooth operations.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and maintain positive relationships with guests, staff, and vendors.
* Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
* National Police Check
About The Venue
The new East Fremantle Community Park will be a welcoming and vibrant space where sports, leisure, and recreation thrive together, delivering a new model for community integration, guided by the mantra: “Gather Recreate Celebrate” .
The venue includes a café, restaurant, bar, large function centre, leisure activities for all ages, a fitness centre, football oval, bowls greens, croquet greens, community garden, skate park, basketball court, and dog park.
The Company
Belgravia Leisure is part of the Belgravia Health and Leisure Group (BHLG), the fastest growing leisure organization in Australia, managing over 250 locations across Australia and New Zealand, with an annual turnover exceeding $180m. We are experiencing significant growth and seek talented individuals to help shape our future.
If you’re interested, submit your application now. We are committed to a child-safe environment; successful applicants will need a police check and Working with Children check. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those with disabilities. For accessibility support, contact us at
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