Sous Chef - Fine Dining Japanese Cuisine

Be the culinary voice behind Central Coast's mostexciting fine dining restaurant.

Astra at voco Gosford is a signature Japanese-inspired fine diningdestination with a story to tell — and we're looking for a passionate andskilled Sous Chef to help us tell it. If you have a refined palate, a deeprespect for Japanese culinary tradition, and the sushi-making craft to match,this is your stage.

Part of IHG's premium voco brand, voco Gosford sits at theheart of the Central Coast with six vibrant hospitality venues — from a modernAustralian pub and rooftop bar to the signature restaurant Astra — plus twolevels of conference and event space overlooking Brisbane Waters. We're a newbuild, a growing team, and a genuinely exciting place to build your career.

About the Role

Reporting to the Executive Sous Chef, you'll play a hands-onleadership role in Astra's kitchen — driving quality, mentoring your team, andensuring every dish reflects the precision and artistry Japanese cuisinedeserves.

Day to day you'll be:

- Leadingfine dining food preparation with an emphasis on Japanese technique,flavour integrity, and sushi excellence
- Supportingthe Executive Sous Chef with food cost control, waste management, andkitchen reporting
- Schedulingand managing kitchen staff in line with budget and business demands




- Interviewing,training, and progressively developing kitchen personnel
- OverseeingHACCP compliance and maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen
- Contributingto menu development, seasonal changes, and evolving guest demand
- Maintainingconsistent standards across every service — quality, presentation, andspeed

What We're Looking For

- Demonstratedbackground in Japanese cuisine with strong sushi-making skills
- Minimum2 years' experience in a similar role in a fine dining, high-volumekitchen
- Certificateor Degree in Culinary Arts (preferred)
- FoodSafety/Handling certification (preferred) and solid knowledge of HACCP
- Acollaborative leader who communicates well and thrives under pressure
- Flexibilityto work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and public holidays

What's in it for You

- Competitivesalary and IHG colleague benefits
- Abrand-new property with genuine growth opportunities opportunities
- Asupportive, inclusive team culture where you can bring your whole self towork
- Thechance to shape a destination restaurant from the ground up

voco Gosford is an equal opportunity employer. We celebratedifference and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds,experiences, and perspectives.

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📌 Sous Chef - Fine Dining Japanese Cuisine (Gosford)
🏢 Voco
📍 Gosford