Sous Chef

With properties in some of Australia’s most iconic locations, NRMA Parks & Resorts provide accommodation that suits every budget, style, and occasion – from campsites to luxury resorts. We connect holidaymakers with over 50 incredible destinations to create unforgettable holiday experiences. Part of the trusted NRMA Group, a member-owned brand, our passionate team works together to make holiday magic happen—it's not just our job, it's in our nature.

Strahan is a small town and working port that serves as the gateway to the stunning UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Located approximately 4.5 hours from Hobart or Launceston, Strahan Village (part of NRMA Tasmania) is located in the heart of Strahan and offers an abundance of character and unique stories of the area’s pioneering history. With 132 guest rooms, 4 food and beverage outlets and the award winning Gordon River Cruises experience, this unique destination offers every opportunity to fall in love with the charm and beauty of Tasmania’s west coast.

• With your experience, create an impact on our guests in this hands-on full-time role.
• $75-85k salary range, plus superannutaion
• Staff accommodation and meals package available 

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Executive Chef, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional culinary experiences across our diverse dining venues: Hamer’s Bar & Bistro, The Kitchen Café, and View 42. As Sous Chef, you’ll lead by example, support the kitchen team, and bring a warm, tailored approach to guest service. With a resilient and can-do attitude, you’ll help shape daily operations and elevate our food offering. On a daily basis you will:

• Support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations, including food preparation and cooking. 
• Oversee and train kitchen staff, ensuring compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate on menu planning and daily specials, using seasonal ingredients and guest feedback.
• Monitor inventory levels, manage supply orders, and maintain accurate kitchen records.
• Ensure all dishes meet high standards of quality and presentation before service.
• Help manage kitchen costs and reduce waste through efficient preparation and inventory control.
• Manage team rosters in line with budget and the Hospitality Industry General Award (HIGA).

What you’ll bring:  

• Significant (minimum 4 years) hands-on experience in kitchen operations with a clear understanding of the logistics of restaurants and functions catering 
• Formal qualifications in commercial cookery or equivalent experience in a professional kitchen
• Experience in leading, coaching and mentoring a team while fostering a positive and productive work environment 
• A passion for your trade and for creating and presenting contemporary dishes using local produce 
• Excellent organisational abilities to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills  
• Demonstrated computer literacy, particularly with common office applications 
• DoFoodSafely Certificate of completion 
• Flexible attitude to work hours over a 7-day roster, including weekends and public holidays 

What’s in it for you?

At the NRMA we aren’t just about discounts (although you do get these too). We offer benefits to help make work and life just right for you!

• Progressive flexibility, leave and well-being benefits to balance all of life's priorities
• Travel discounts on SIXT car rental, cruises, and accommodation at our award-winning NRMA Holiday Parks and Resorts.
• Complimentary myNRMA Rewards membership including free Roadside Assistance & discounts on groceries, movie tickets, gift cards, gym memberships, attractions, restaurants and much more
• Discounts on a range of NRMA personal insurance products including car, home & travel
• Grow, progress or relocate your career and move around the NRMA Group or different locations with us

Know you belong:

At NRMA Parks and Resorts we’re for inclusion, diversity, and representing the members, guests, customers, and communities we serve. That’s why we welcome applications from First Nations, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people of all genders, members of the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to be part of our team.

Are you nodding your head as you read this? Apply now, we cannot wait to hear from you or visit our careers site to find out more!

As part of our recruitment process, all employees at NRMA Parks and Resorts are subject to mandatory pre-employment checks.