Job Description

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.

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Sous Chef - Bella Venezia

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A Rare Opportunity for a Serious Chef

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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.

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About Us

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

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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.

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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.

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Recent Awards

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

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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.

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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.

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Key Responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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- 482 visa sponsorship available
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- 186 visa not available
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📌 Sous Chef (Queensland)
🏢 Bella Venezia Restaurant & Bar
📍 Queensland