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 perks
Abrand-new property with genuine career growth 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 (New South Wales)
🏢 Voco
📍 New South Wales