Eureka Hotel is one of Geelong’s iconic venues, bringing together great food, live music, sport, events and a brand-new rooftop across a fully renovated venue. We’re now looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team and help take our food offering to the next level.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a chef who enjoys a busy service, knows how to lead a team and takes pride in delivering quality food consistently.

Working closely with the Head Chef, you’ll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, supporting the team through busy services and helping maintain high standards across food quality, presentation, cleanliness and food safety.

What you’ll be doing

- Supporting the Head Chef with the day-to-day operation of the kitchen

- Leading and motivating the kitchen team during service

- Ensuring food is prepared and presented to a consistently high standard

- Working across a varied pub menu, including classics, fresh produce-driven dishes and function offerings

- Assisting with ordering, stock control and kitchen organisation

- Training and developing junior chefs

- Maintaining strong food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards

- Helping create a positive, professional and supportive kitchen culture





- Stepping up and taking charge of the kitchen in the Head Chef’s absence

What we’re looking for

- Previous experience as a Sous Chef, or a strong CDP ready to take the next step

- Experience in a busy pub, restaurant or high-volume kitchen

- A hands‑on chef who leads by example

- Strong communication and team leadership skills

- Ability to remain organised and calm during busy services

- Passion for quality food and consistency

- Strong understanding of food safety and kitchen standards

- Availability to work across evenings, weekends and busy periods

Why join Eureka Hotel?

- Work at one of Geelong’s iconic and recently renovated venues

- Be part of a busy venue with live music, events, functions, sport and a rooftop

- Chance to work across a varied and exciting food operation

- Staff discounts across AVC venues

- Training and development opportunities

- Career progression within a large hospitality group

- Join a supportive kitchen leadership team

If you’re an experienced Sous Chef looking for your next challenge and want to be part of a busy, high-energy Geelong venue, we’d love to hear from you.

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📌 Sous Chef | Eureka Hotel (Geelong)
🏢 Aus Venue
📍 Geelong