Sous Chef - Retail | Western Sydney Venues
Join the culinary team at Gema Group, a family-owned Australian hospitality business delivering food and beverage at some of the country's biggest sporting events and concerts. Our Western Sydney venues come alive all year round, and our retail kitchens are at the heart of the event-day experience, serving high volumes without compromising on quality.
We're looking for a passionate, hands-on Sous Chef to help lead our stadium retail kitchens alongside our Head Chef - Retail. You'll keep a close eye on food quality and consistency across multiple outlets, lead the team through busy event days, and help bring new and exciting retail activations to life.
What you'll be doing
Supporting the Head Chef - Retail with day-to-day kitchen operations across our stadium retail outlets, and stepping up in their absence
Leading and motivating the kitchen team to deliver great food in a safe, positive and productive environment
Overseeing food preparation, cooking and presentation so every item meets recipe, portion and quality standards
Monitoring event-day operations on the ground, including food distribution and quality control across outlets
Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene and our Integrated Management System (IMS), including accurate and timely documentation
Training and mentoring kitchen staff in culinary skills, food safety and operational procedures
Helping manage stock, ordering, storage and waste to keep costs on track without compromising quality
Working closely with front-of-house, operations, procurement and event teams for seamless service
Solving problems quickly on the day and looking for ways to improve efficiency, food quality and team performance
About you
At least two years' experience as a Chef, ideally including a leadership role in high-volume, stadium, venue or QSR kitchens
Culinary qualification
Food Safety Supervisor certified, with applied knowledge of OHS, Food Safety and HACCP requirements
A natural leader who builds trust and positive relationships with your team and colleagues
Calm under pressure, with good judgement and the ability to juggle competing priorities in a fast-changing environment
An eye for detail, with high standards for food quality and presentation
Strong organisational and time management skills, with some experience in stock control and cost management
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays in line with the event calendar
A genuine passion for food and hospitality
Why GEMA
A permanent full-time role with a team that loves the thrill of event day
Be part of delivering Australia's biggest events with Australia's best events team
Work with a company known for its commitment to excellence, where culture and people come first
Grow your career with a national business operating venues and events across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland
This position is open to applicants based in Sydney, with our venues located in Western Sydney.
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Sous Chef - Retail | Western Sydney Venues employer: Gema Group
Gema Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and people-first culture that values your contributions as a Financial Accountant. Located at our Silverwater head office, you'll enjoy the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated finance team while being part of a family-owned business with a rich 40-year history in hospitality. With a focus on employee growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact on iconic events, Gema Group is committed to fostering a collaborative environment where your skills can shine.
