CHI CHI BELLA PTY LTD SANDS BISTRO is seeking experienced Head Chef and Sous Chef applicants to join our kitchen team in Huskisson, Jervis Bay NSW. The successful applicants will be responsible for leading and supporting daily kitchen operations, menu planning, food preparation and service, maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation, and ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene requirements. Applicants should have relevant commercial cookery or hospitality qualifications, strong leadership skills and proven experience working in a fast-paced and quality-driven kitchen environment.

Perks Competitive salary Opportunities for career advancement Supportive work environment Training and development opportunities Work-life balance Task &

responsibilities Plan and develop menus in consultation with management, taking into account customer demand, seasonal availability and business requirements. Estimate food requirements, food costs and labour requirements to support efficient kitchen operations. Order food supplies and monitor stock levels to ensure sufficient ingredients are available for daily service.

Oversee and participate in the preparation and cooking of dishes according to menu and business standards. Monitor the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation, cooking and presentation. Ensure portioning, plating and presentation are consistent with established restaurant standards.

Discuss food preparation and service issues with management, kitchen staff and front-of-house staff to ensure efficient service. Demonstrate cooking techniques and provide guidance to chefs and cooks on food preparation and cooking procedures. Supervise daily kitchen operations and allocate duties to chefs, cooks and other kitchen staff.

Train,



guide and support junior chefs, cooks and kitchen staff where required. Monitor ingredient quality, freshness and storage and maintain appropriate stock rotation procedures. Assist with controlling food costs, portion control and minimising food wastage.

Ensure food is prepared and served efficiently during busy service periods. Explain, implement and enforce food hygiene, food safety and kitchen cleanliness requirements. Ensure kitchen equipment and work areas are maintained in a clean, safe and operational condition.

Work with management to maintain and improve menu quality, kitchen efficiency and overall food service standards. Qualification &

experience Certificate IV in Kitchen Management or Commercial Cookery, or Diploma of Hospitality Management or a related discipline, is required. Minimum 1 year of proven experience in a fast-paced and quality-driven kitchen environment. Passionate about cooking and delivering high-quality food.

Punctual, reliable and hard-working. Strong leadership and teamwork skills. Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure during busy service periods. Excellent communication, organisational and time management skills.

Team player with a positive attitude and a strong commitment to teamwork.

About

Company SANDS BISTRO is a hospitality venue located in Huskisson, Jervis Bay NSW and operated by CHI CHI BELLA PTY LTD. The business is focused on delivering quality food, friendly service and a positive dining experience. Our team values professionalism, consistency, teamwork and high standards of food preparation, safety and presentation.

Work Type: Full time Salary: $83000-85000 Job Publish: 12-10-2026 Job Expire: 11-11-2026 Apply on: Head Chef / Sous Chef Job here! This job is brought to you by workinitiatives.com.au.

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