Job Description

The Heritage Hotel of Gladstone – South West Rocks NSW

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Head Chef | Senior Sous Chef | Sous Chef

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Join High Tide Hospitality – Build Your Career on the NSW Mid North Coast

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High Tide Hospitality is a proudly family-owned hospitality group operating four unique venues across the stunning NSW Mid North Coast.

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We're looking for experienced Head Chefs, Senior Sous Chefs and Sous Chefs who are passionate about great food, strong leadership and building exceptional kitchen teams.

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Whether you're an experienced Head Chef looking for your next challenge or an ambitious Sous Chef ready to step into a leadership role, we offer genuine career progression within a growing hospitality group.

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This is more than just another chef position—it's an opportunity to join a business that invests in its people, values long-term careers and is continually evolving.

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About High Tide Hospitality

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Our venues include:

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- The Heritage Hotel – Gladstone
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- Riverside Tavern – South West Rocks
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- The Riverview Hotel – Smithtown
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- The Stables – Gladstone, one of the Mid North Coast's premier wedding and events venues
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Each venue has its own identity, customer base and style of service, providing our chefs with diverse experience while remaining within one supportive organisation.

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From busy bistro service and premium functions through to modern pub dining and events, no two days are the same.

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Why Join High Tide Hospitality?

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- Genuine career progression within an expanding hospitality group.
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- Work alongside passionate, hands-on owners who are actively involved in the business.
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- Be supported by an experienced Group Executive Chef and cooperative leadership team.
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- Diverse venues offering opportunities to broaden your experience.
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- Influence menus, systems and kitchen culture.
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- Modern kitchens with a focus on continuous improvement.
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- Long-term job security with a respected family-owned business.
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- Competitive salary packages based on experience.
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- Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.
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Where Could Your Career Take You?

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One of the biggest advantages of joining High Tide Hospitality is the opportunity to continue growing your career without needing to leave the business.

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As our group continues to grow, so do the opportunities.

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Career pathways may include:

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- Sous Chef → Senior Sous Chef
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- Senior Sous Chef → Head Chef
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- Head Chef → Multi-Venue Leadership
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- Multi-Venue Leadership → Group Executive Chef
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- Involvement in new venue acquisitions, kitchen design and menu development
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- Mentoring apprentices and developing future kitchen leaders
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We believe promoting from within is the best way to build strong teams, and we're committed to helping our people reach their potential.

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The Lifestyle

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Imagine finishing work and being just minutes from some of Australia's most beautiful beaches, rivers and national parks.

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The NSW Mid North Coast offers an incredible lifestyle with:

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- Beautiful beaches and coastal living
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- Fishing, boating and outdoor adventures
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- National parks and mountain bike trails
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- Great schools and welcoming communities
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- Affordable housing compared with major cities
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- A genuine work-life balance
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It's a place where you can build an outstanding hospitality career while enjoying everything the Mid North Coast has to offer.

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About You

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You'll bring:

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- Experience as a Head Chef, Senior Sous Chef or Sous Chef.
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- Strong leadership and communication skills.
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- Passion for producing quality, consistent food.
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- Experience managing food costs, labour and kitchen performance.
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- High standards of food safety and kitchen organisation.
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- A positive attitude and a commitment to developing your team.
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- Pride in creating exceptional dining experiences.
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Join Our Team

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At High Tide Hospitality, we're building more than great venues—we're building careers.

📌 Head Chef & Sous Chef (South West Rocks)
🏢 The Heritage Hotel of Gladstone
📍 South West Rocks