Mary Mae's Bar & Kitchen, located at Brisbane Powerhouse overlooking the Brisbane River, is looking for an experienced and passionate Sous Chef to join our kitchen team.
We're a busy, high volume venue operating seven days a week, with a strong restaurant trade alongside functions, events and major Brisbane cultural and entertainment events.
No two days are quite the same, and we're looking for someone who enjoys working in a fast paced environment and takes pride in leading a team and delivering great food consistently.
The Role
As Sous Chef, you'll work closely with the Head Chef and Venue team to oversee the day to day kitchen operation and ensure high standards across restaurant service, functions and events.
You'll be a key part of the kitchen leadership team and will play an important role in keeping the kitchen organised, efficient and positive, particularly during busy services.
You'll be responsible for:
Supporting the Head Chef with the day to day operation of the kitchen
Leading the kitchen team during busy services and ensuring smooth service execution
Working across restaurant, functions and large scale events
Maintaining consistently high standards of food quality, presentation and consistency
Ensuring food safety, hygiene and kitchen standards are maintained at all times
Assisting with ordering, stock control, receiving and kitchen organisation
Helping manage food preparation, section organisation and service readiness
Training, developing and supporting junior members of the kitchen team
Working closely with FOH to ensure effective communication and service
Assisting the Head Chef with menu development, specials and kitchen improvements
Supporting food cost, labour cost and other financial controls




Helping identify opportunities to improve kitchen efficiency and reduce waste
Leading by example and maintaining a positive and skilled kitchen culture
About You
We're looking for an experienced Sous Chef, or a strong Junior Sous Chef ready to take the next step.
You will:
Have experience leading a busy kitchen team
Be confident running service and making decisions under pressure
Be hands on and comfortable working alongside the team
Have strong organisational and communication skills
Take pride in quality, consistency and presentation
Have a strong understanding of food safety and kitchen procedures
Enjoy working across restaurant service, functions and events
Understand the importance of food cost, labour and waste control
Be reliable, calm and professional under pressure
Lead by example and be someone the team wants to work with
Have a genuine passion for hospitality and great food
Why Join Mary Mae's?
Mary Mae's is a unique Brisbane venue with a beautiful riverfront location, a diverse customer base and a constantly changing mix of restaurant trade, functions and major events.
You'll have the opportunity to work closely with an experienced Head Chef and Executive Chef, while being part of a supportive venue leadership team.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Sous Chef who wants to take ownership, develop their leadership skills and be part of a busy, high profile Brisbane hospitality venue.
This is a full time position.
If you're an experienced chef looking for your next challenge and think Mary Mae's could be the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you.
Trippas White Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous and First Nations Australians to apply.
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📌 Sous Chef | Mary Mae'S (Brisbane)
🏢 Trippas White Group
📍 Brisbane