About Us
GTs Bar and Restaurant is located in the picturesque Noosaville, a coastal village renowned for its beautiful waterfront along the Noosa River. Our venue offers a full-dining experience, featuring house-made dishes crafted from fine local ingredients, complemented by exceptional cocktails and beers. Guests enjoy stunning water views in Noosa, Sunshine Coast QLD.
Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner—and breakfast on weekends—GT's prides itself on providing outstanding service and memorable experiences to every patron from the moment they arrive. Our casual dining philosophy celebrates homemade fare with ingredients sourced locally, ensuring freshness and quality in every dish.
Situated on the banks of the Noosa River, our bustling restaurant seeks a motivated Sous Chef to join the team. The ideal candidate brings creative energy to menu design, adding distinction while highlighting the region's fresh produce. This is a unique opportunity for culinary professionals eager to make a mark in a vibrant, waterfront setting.
Skills & Attributes
A chef at GTs Bar and Restaurant manages a wide range of responsibilities vital to the restaurant's ongoing success. The primary focus is on ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently and consistently delivers quality food. This role blends culinary expertise, creativity in menu design, team management, leadership, accounting, scheduling, and customer relations.
· Experience as a Sous Chef or as a Chef de Partie ready to advance is essential.
· Demonstrated track record of thriving in a team environment and supporting the successful operation of a kitchen.
Chef Duties
· Always perform all duties to the best of your ability.
· Actively promote and protect the interests of the employer.
· Follow all reasonable and lawful directions, including compliance with current policies and procedures.
· Oversee kitchen operations: food purchasing, preparation, record-keeping, quality standards, and sanitation.
· Train staff in cooking techniques, plating, portion control, and cost management.
· Assist with health and safety management and food hygiene practices.
· Maintain kitchen and food safety standards.
· Plan menus, estimate costs for food and labour, and order supplies.
· Monitor dish quality throughout preparation and presentation.
· Collaborate with managers, dietitians, kitchen, and waiting staff on food preparation matters.
· Demonstrate and advise on cooking methods and procedures.
· Prepare and cook food to standard.
· Explain and enforce hygiene regulations.
· May select and train staff, as well as preserve and freeze foods when required.
Experience & Growth
· Looking for chefs seeking career growth within the industry.
· History of working effectively as part of a successful kitchen team.
· Creative flair for developing innovative dishes.
· Demonstrated leadership and operational skills.
· Strong financial accountability.
· Desire to work hands-on in the kitchen rather than solely in an office setting.
Essential Skills
· Effective time management and coordination.
· Efficient movement and workflow.
· Ability to make independent, on-the-spot decisions.
· Keen attention to detail and precision.
· Positive attitude and team spirit.
· Capacity to inspire and coordinate a team.
· Creativity and passion for culinary arts.
· Comprehensive understanding of kitchen OH&S and technical aspects of food and beverage operations.
· Basic accounting and inventory management skills.
Performance Goals
· Ensure smooth kitchen operations at all times.
· Deliver consistently high-quality dishes to customers promptly.
· Collaborate on developing unique and interesting dishes.
· Interact with customers and suppliers in a professional and efficient manner.
· Maintain a safe and sanitary kitchen environment.
· Ensure the kitchen is clean and organised at the end of each shift.
· Complete all administrative and inventory management tasks accurately and on time.
What's In It For You?
· Join an amazing team and positive workplace culture.
· Opportunities for growth and continued support.
· Work-life balance with a flexible roster.
· Creative influence over future menu development.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
· A Food Safety Certificate and relevant cookery qualifications (Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery or equivalent).
· Ability to prepare high-quality meals in a fast-paced setting.
· Commitment to excellent hygiene and safe work practices.
· Creativity and passion for the culinary industry.
· Understanding or willingness to learn financial aspects, including weekly budgets and food costs.
· Leadership qualities to inspire and guide the kitchen team.
· First Aid, RMLV, and RSA certifications highly valued, though not essential.
Experience
· Minimum of 3 years direct, proven experience as a chef in a full-dining restaurant.
· Experience with European cuisine is highly regarded.
Why Us?
GTs Bar and Restaurant offers a friendly and hardworking team environment, inspired by true passion for the industry. Benefits include:
· A stunning, picturesque location.
· Flexible working hours to support your lifestyle.
· Ongoing professional development and support.
· Continuous career advancement opportunities.
Apply Now
If you think you would be the perfect fit for GTs Bar and Restaurant, apply for this role now by submitting your cover letter and resume via SEEK