Sous Chef - Palette

Our Company

Experience Gold Coast (EGC) is a single, unified organisation that brings together HOTA (Home of the Arts), Destination Gold Coast, Study Gold Coast and Major Events Gold Coast. Formed in 2023, EGC plays a central role in driving the growth of the city’s visitor economy. EGC plays a pivotal role in supercharging outcomes across tourism, events, arts & culture and education, with a clear objective of positioning the Gold Coast as the lifestyle capital of Australia.

HOTA, Home of the Arts Precinct

This role will be based at HOTA, Home of the Arts. HOTA is an iconic Gold Coast destination where art, entertainment, culture and lifestyle meet. A place that locals love and visitors must-see. At the heart of HOTA’s identity is a rich and diverse program: live music, theatre, dance, comedy, film, visual art exhibitions, children’s shows, community workshops, and festivals - all taking place across the array of venues.

The Position:

We’re looking for a Sous Chef to join our award-winning Culinary Arts team.

As the Sous Chef you will provide the highest quality customer service to patrons of Palette Restaurant and ensuring that all day-to-day requirements, in the successful running of the kitchen areas are met, on a timely basis.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine in the daily operation of the HOTA Culinary Arts kitchen
• Working collaboratively with the Culinary Arts – Kitchen Team, Food & Beverage Team and Sales & Events Team.
• Ensuring full compliance with Workplace Health & Safety requirements and HOTA policy guidelines at all times
• Assisting to deliver budgeted sales, food cost, and wage targets through effective planning, time management, and resource allocation
• Monitoring and tracking food costs, deliveries, and supplier performance
• Completing monthly stocktakes and maintaining accurate inventory records
• Driving a zero-waste approach through strong menu planning, stock control, composting, and use of the kitchen garden
• Maintaining accurate timekeeping and payroll records using HOTA systems
• Supporting consistent high-quality food production, presentation, and service standards
• Ensuring compliance with all food handling, sanitation, hygiene, and temperature control standards
• Attending daily kitchen briefings and relevant operational meetings
• Collaborating with front of house teams to ensure smooth and consistent guest experience
• Performing additional duties as required by the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef

What You’ll Bring:

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or senior kitchen leadership role in a high-volume commercial kitchen
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and Workplace Health & Safety compliance
• Demonstrated ability to manage food costs, stock control, and labour efficiency
• Leadership capability with experience training, mentoring, and developing kitchen teams
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to motivate and influence others
• A hands-on approach with the ability to step into any kitchen role when required
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• A strong commitment to quality, consistency, and continuous improvement
• Availability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and public holidays

Why Join Us?

At HOTA, Home of the Arts, you’ll be part of a dynamic, creative precinct where culinary excellence meets culture, events, and community. You’ll play a key leadership role in delivering exceptional dining experiences for patrons, artists, and guests across one of the Gold Coast’s most iconic destinations.

• Creative environment: Work across a vibrant precinct where food, art, and events intersect.
• Team culture: Join a collaborative, professional kitchen environment with strong support across department.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy discounts at all Food and Beverage outlets across the HOTA precinct, plus discounted tickets to cinema screenings, events, and activities.
• Wellbeing Support: Access Sonder, our comprehensive team member care and wellbeing service.
• Professional Development: Unlock learning opportunities through our Learning Lab, offering up to 1,000 courses to help you grow and thrive.

How to apply:

If you’re an experienced culinary leader with a passion for excellence, consistency, and team development, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply for this position, please submit a brief cover letter along with your resume.

Experience Gold Coast values diversity and inclusion. We are dedicated to providing equitable employment opportunities and welcome applications from individuals of all cultures, genders, ages, Australia’s First Nations Peoples, LGBTIQ+ communities, and people with disabilities.