Queensland Parliamentary Catering Services is seeking a skilled Senior Sous Chef to support high quality culinary operations within Parliament House. The role involves supervising kitchen staff, assisting with menu planning and stock control, and ensuring exceptional food standards across fine dining and event settings.

Job details

Do you have a passion for crafting exceptional culinary experiences and leading high‑performing kitchen teams? Are you ready for a role that offers variety, creativity, and the opportunity to support operations within one of Queensland's most prestigious venues?

Queensland Parliamentary Catering Services is seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Sous Chef to join our dynamic culinary team. Working within the heritage-listed Parliament House precinct, you'll play a key role in delivering high‑quality dining experiences, from à la carte service to high‑profile functions and events. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise in a unique and rewarding environment.

Key Objectives

• Deliver high‑quality food preparation, cooking, and presentation across multiple dining and event settings.
• Assist the Executive Chef with menu planning, ordering, stock control, and operational oversight.
• Support efficient kitchen operations through supervision, rostering, and team coordination.

Your Role

• Supervise and assist in all aspects of food preparation, cooking, and service delivery.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef on menu development and costing, ordering, receiving, storage, and food presentation standards.
• Coordinate daily activities for kitchen staff, including Casual Chefs, Apprentice Chefs, and Kitchen Assistants.
• Ensure appropriate roster coverage across all service periods and functions.
• Manage inventory control, monitor stock levels, and contribute to waste‑reduction initiatives.
• Support the training, development, and supervision of Apprentice Chefs, ensuring they receive guidance and support.
• Assist in monitoring hygiene and safety practices, maintaining compliance with HACCP and food safety programs.
• Contribute to cost‑control measures to meet financial targets set by executive management.

What We're Looking For

• Cert III as a Chef (mandatory).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of modern and traditional cooking techniques.
• Solid understanding of hygiene and safety standards, including HACCP requirements.
• Ability to organise and prepare for functions, including large‑scale catering.
• Confidence using computer systems (email, internet, word processing, spreadsheets) or ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to work with limited supervision while meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards.

How to Apply

If you're ready to step into a leadership role within a prestigious culinary team, we want to hear from you.

Apply via the SmartJobs website with your resume and two professional referees.

Applicants are encouraged to review the Applicant Information Package and Position Description available on the SmartJobs listing.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Role Description_Senior Sous Chef (PDF, 763KB)
  Role Description
  
  Application Information Package_Precinct Roles (PDF, 413KB)
  Information Package for Applicants