About EVT
When you join EVT, you are joining one of Australia and New Zealand’s leading experience companies. EVT encompasses Entertainment businesses that excite every sense, Ventures driven by a passion for new opportunities and Travel businesses that always feel local and authentic. At EVT, we’re the shakers and the Daymakers. The experience creators. The possibility makers and opportunity takers. We aim to make a positive impact on our people, communities and environment, every day.
About Rydges
Australian & New Zealand owned and operated for more than 30 years, Rydges operates quality city, suburban, and resort-style hotels in key destinations across Australia and New Zealand, with a refreshingly down-to-earth approach. Rydges provides genuine local hospitality with quality essentials alongside its trademark ‘too easy’ service.
About Rydges South Bank Brisbane
Level up your career with the best in Brisbane hospitality. Rydges South Bank is located in the heart of Brisbane’s arts and entertainment precinct, offering a variety of rooms, with state-of-the-art features, and fantastic amenities, including Soleil Pool Bar and the award-winning Bacchus Restaurant onsite. We can’t wait to hear from you!
About the role
This Sous Chef role offers a unique opportunity for a top-tier professional to join a likeminded team at this iconic Brisbane venue. With refined culinary skills, strong organisational techniques, and excellent interpersonal abilities, this is your chance to make a lasting impact on an established and respected brand. We seek a results driven kitchen leader who is motivated and embraces challenges. Bacchus Restaurant is open for dinner only, Wednesday to Saturday, with a focus on quality produce and seasonality. Be part of a cohesive and cooperative team where a positive culture is at the forefront of everything we do. Work with likeminded hospitality professionals who are passionate about produce and teamwork.
Key duties and responsibilities:
- Assist the Chef de Cuisine in the daily operations of the kitchen.
- Take a hands-on approach and lead by example.
- Collaborate with the Chef de Cuisine and key stakeholders to develop, evolve, and innovate menus across service periods, ensuring the venue consistently exceeds guest expectations.
- Build and maintain relationships with suppliers to secure the finest produce available.
- Ensure the business meets its financial and operational goals through effective cost control and management.
- Maintain standards and procedures in the kitchen.
- Assist in the the onboarding, training, and development of Bacchus kitchen staff.
- Foster a culture of inclusion, innovation, and excellence, ensuring that team members have the support, skills, and tools to excel in their roles and grow.
Benefits & perks
At EVT, we want our people to experience our businesses and be brand and experience advocates. So, we make sure access to amazing ‘Elevate Perks’ are available to all staff from day dot.
- Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
- 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, LyLo, QT, Atura, and more.
- $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
- Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
- Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
- Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.
- Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company.
Skills & experience
- Previous experience at a Sous or Junior Sous Chef level in a high end restaurant
- Advanced culinary skills and knowledge
- Proficiency in all sections of the kitchen
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Overall, a desire to create and serve beautiful cuisine
- Strong leadership and management skills
- A calm temperament with the ability lead by example
- Advanced communication skills
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