Join the kitchen at Queensland’s most exciting new vineyard destination.
Meteora Vineyard is a recent, premium winery setting the benchmark for a rapidly emerging wine region.
This is a rare opportunity to help define the food identity of a flagship cellar door and restaurant from day one.
We’re looking for a Sous Chef to work alongside our Head Chef and help shape a kitchen focused on seasonal produce, Mediterranean influence, and estate-grown wines.
The Role
You’ll be a key leader in the kitchen—hands-on in service, mentoring the team, and ensuring every plate reflects the Meteora standard.
What You’ll Do
Lead kitchen service and support the Head Chef
Maintain exceptional food quality and consistency
Train and mentor junior kitchen staff
Assist in menu development and seasonal changes
Manage prep, ordering, and stock control
Uphold food safety and operational standards
What We’re Looking For
Proven Sous Chef or strong Senior CDP ready to step up
Experience in premium dining or similar environments
Strong leadership and calm service presence
Passion for produce-driven, seasonal food
Why Join Meteora
Work in a premium vineyard setting
Be part of a growing, design-led hospitality brand
Opportunity to influence menu and kitchen culture
Market-competitive salary + staff perks
Meteora Vineyard is not just a restaurant—it’s an ecotourism experience embedded in one of Queensland's most picturesque locations.
Our region-first initiative, opening soon will redefine the Granite Belt.
If you are a passionate sous chef who wants to create something meaningful from the ground up, apply now!
Location: Ballandean, QLD (Granite Belt)
Full time role | Weekend availability required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
Ballandean QLD 4382: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Chef: 5 years (Preferred)
Language:
English (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
📌 Sous Chef Ballandean
🏢 Meteora Vineyard
📍 Ballandean
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