If you're a high-performing chef ready to take the next genuine step in your career, this is one of the most compelling opportunities on the Sunshine Coast.

Sous Chef - Bella Venezia

A Rare Opportunity for a Serious Chef

If you're a high-performing chef ready to take the next genuine step in your career, this is one of the most compelling opportunities on the Sunshine Coast.

About Us

Bella Venezia is a multi-award-winning Italian restaurant established in 1983, widely recognised as one of Queenslands most iconic dining institutions.

With 150 seats across two dining rooms and two fully equipped kitchens - including a dedicated prep kitchen, we deliver refined Italian cuisine at scale, operating 7 days a week from 11:30am until late.

As part of the Bella Venezia Group - alongside the newly launched Fish House Steak & Grill, we offer genuine long-term career progression across multiple premium venues.

Recent Awards

- 2025 Luxury Restaurant Award Australasia - Winner
- 2025 AGFG One Chef Hat (13)
- 2024 AGFG Readers' Choice - Best Italian
- 2023 R&CA; Italian Formal Restaurant - Winner
- 2022 Best Wine List QLD - Australian Wine List of the Year
- 2022 World of Fine Wine - Best Regional Italian List

The Prospect

We are seeking a Sous Chef who wants more than just a job - someone driven by progression, leadership, and the opportunity to contribute to one of Queenslands most respected hospitality groups.

You will step into a stable, well-structured environment where high standards, consistency, and professionalism are non-negotiable.



This is a role for someone who wants to be part of a strong leadership team, have genuine input, and build a long-term career within an established and growing group.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing kitchen brigade
- Maintain exceptional standards across high-volume, premium service
- Take operational ownership across both kitchens
- Execute refined Italian cuisine with consistency and precision
- Uphold systems, structure, food safety, and kitchen discipline
- Act as a reliable second-in-command to the Head Chef

About You

This role is ideal for a Sous Chef or Senior Chef de Partie who:

- Has experience in Chef Hat or premium dining environments
- Thrives in a structured, high-performance kitchen
- Is seeking clear career progression within a respected group
- Values professionalism, discipline, and consistency
- Takes pride in execution and attention to detail
- Is eager to learn and grow under experienced leadership

What We Offer

- Competitive salary above industry benchmarks
- 43-45 hour structured roster
- 5-day work week with 2 consecutive days off
- A highly organised, professional kitchen environment
- Long-term career growth across the Bella Venezia Group, including Fish House Steak & Grill
- Access to premium produce and a respected food program
- The opportunity to build a career - not just fill a role

Sponsorship

- 482 visa sponsorship available
- 186 visa not available

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📌 Sous Chef (Sunshine)
🏢 Bella Venezia Restaurant & Bar
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