White Rhino Bar & Eats is a vibrant, high-energy hospitality venue located in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Known for its lively atmosphere, excellent food, cocktails and entertainment and a popular destination for both locals and tourists.

The venue caters to a wide range of guests, from casual dining and drinks through to birthdays, corporate events, celebrations and large group functions. With multiple unique function spaces, regular live entertainment and a fast-paced bar and restaurant environment, White Rhino offers a dynamic workplace where delivering exceptional guest experiences is at the heart of everything we do.

As part of SOX Hospitality Group, White Rhino operates within a passionate and energetic hospitality team focused on creating memorable experiences and maintaining a fun, welcoming and professional environment.

The role

Working in a fast-paced, short order bar kitchen in a high-volume environment with a strong focus on delivering the food offering. You will be the leader of a small team with a strong focus on creating a positive work environment and balance in the workplace. You will have a good understanding of financial controls regarding food percentages, wage costs and operational expenditure, and sound knowledge of delivering good standard food with consistency.

Key responsibilities

- Lead and develop a small to mid-sized kitchen team





- Run high-volume production across busy service periods

- Execute consistent short order food service, ensure correct ordering and stock control

- Work with speed, precision and cleanliness during preparation and service times, in line with the food safety program

- Direct and mentor junior staff at varying skill levels in line with company guidelines

- Manage kitchen financials including food cost and budgeting

About you

- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a small to mid-sized kitchen team

- Strong leadership presence with a positive, solutions-focused approach

- Ability to work with speed, precision and cleanliness during preparation and service times, in line with the food safety program

- Sound knowledge of food safety and OH&S; requirements

- Working understanding of kitchen financials including food cost and budgeting

- Consistent, resilient, quick thinking, proactive and reliable

- Valid permanent working rights/visa required

Benefits

- No mornings or lunches,

- Straight shifts, open for 5 dinner services

- Ongoing training and development opportunities

- Direct support from an experienced hospitality management group

- Positive kitchen culture with a team that's invested in doing things right

- Work alongside the executive team and gain real autonomy to lead your kitchen

📌 Head Chef (Surfers Paradise)
🏢 Sox Hospitality Mangement
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