Sous Chef – Bella VeneziaA Rare Opportunity for a Serious Chef
If you're a high-performing chef looking for the next true step up in your career, this is one of the strongest opportunities currently on the Sunshine Coast.
About Us
Bella Venezia is a multi-award-winning Italian restaurant established in **** and recognised as one of Queensland's most iconic dining institutions.
With 150 seats, two dining rooms, and two fully equipped kitchens including a dedicated prep kitchen, we deliver refined Italian cuisine at scale, 7 days a week from 11:30am until late.
As part of the Bella Venezia Group — including the new Fish House Steak & Grill — we offer real long-term growth across multiple premium venues.
Recent Awards
**** Luxury Restaurant Award Australasia – Winner
**** AGFG One Chef Hat
**** AGFG Readers' Choice "Best Italian"
**** R&CA Italian Formal Restaurant Winner
Best Wine List QLD – Australian Wine List of the Year
World of Fine Wine – Best Regional Italian List
Sunshine Coast Business Awards – Large Hospitality Business of the Year
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Sous Chef who wants more than just a job — someone who wants influence, progression, and the chance to contribute to one of Queensland's most respected kitchens.
You will be stepping into a stable, well-structured environment where high standards, consistency, and professionalism are non-negotiable.
This is an opportunity to work with an experienced leadership team, have genuine input, and build a career within an established, growing group.
What You Will Be Doing
Leading, motivating, and developing the brigade
Maintaining elite standards across a high-volume, high-quality service
Taking ownership across both kitchens
Bringing creativity and precision to Italian cuisine
Upholding systems, structure, food safety, and kitchen discipline
Being a dependable second-in-command for the Head Chef
Who This Role Suits
Operates at a high standard and wants to level up
Thrives in a disciplined, premium kitchen environment
Wants clear progression within a respected hospitality group
Values stability, structure, and professionalism
Takes pride in consistency and refined execution
Wants to work under award-winning leadership and continue learning
What's on Offer
Competitive salary above industry benchmarks
***** hour roster
5 days on, 2 consecutive days off
A well-run, professional kitchen with strong systems
Long-term career growth across the Bella Venezia Group
High-quality produce and a respected food program
A chance to build a career, not just fill a role
If You're Ready for the Next Step
For a confidential discussion, contact:Ben Achurch******** ***
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