About EVT: Rydges Canberra is part of EVT, one of Australasia’s market-leading experience creators offering careers that can take you wherever you want to go across entertainment, ventures, and travel. In a world of cookie cutter experiences, here at EVT we believe in changing the game. It’s why we all call ourselves Daymakers - because each day is a chance to add the wow factor for our customers and continually grow in our own careers.

Proudly owned and operated in Australia and New Zealand, Rydges offers refreshingly local stays in city, regional and resort-style hotels. We’re not just in the neighbourhood, we’re part of it. Every hotel is designed for ease, connection and quality. From check-in to check-out, our local heroes bring a can-do attitude and “too easy” service. Whether it’s for work or a well-earned break, our place feels like home with the charm of somewhere new. Join us to help make every moment memorable.

EVT has an endless range of roles and careers paths to explore across over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection and Australia’s most loved year round alpine resort, Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few. Once you’re in, there’s no limits on where your career could take you.

About the Role

We are looking for a Full-Time Sous Chef to join the team. You will play a pivotal role in managing and coordinating the production of food across all areas of the hotel, ensuring efficiency and profitability. You will be responsible for approving all prepared dishes leaving the kitchen, maintaining the highest culinary standards, and guaranteeing that all food is stored and prepared safely and hygienically. This position requires overseeing the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring all sections and staff are ready for service, and that standard recipes and production specifications are consistently followed. Working closely with the Head Chef, you will strive to meet budgetary targets while delivering exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

Skills & Experience

• 2-3 years' experience as a Sous Chef in hotels, restaurants or bistros
• A genuine passion for food and experience across all kitchen sections including the grill, pass and pans.
• Experience with menu development and creating new dishes.
• A solid understanding of kitchen financials including labour and food costs.
• Experience training and developing staff.
• A strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain Culinary Standards: Ensure all hotel kitchens consistently produce high-quality food that meets guest expectations and adheres to established recipes and specifications.
• Oversee Food Safety & Hygiene: Monitor food storage, preparation, and rotation to maintain safe, hygienic practices and compliance with WH& S guidelines.
• Manage Kitchen Operations: Supervise daily kitchen activities, including staffing, rostering, and delegation of duties to ensure smooth and efficient service across all outlets.
• Control Costs & Resources: Achieve financial targets by managing food and labour costs, monitoring stock rotation, and minimizing waste and spoilage.
• Collaborate Across Departments: Liaise with the Executive Chef, F& B Manager, and outlet supervisors to coordinate restaurant and banquet functions for seamless operations.
• Deliver Exceptional Guest Service: Anticipate and respond promptly to guest needs, resolving any issues or complaints to maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Train & Develop Team: Hire, train, and supervise kitchen staff, fostering a productive and harmonious team environment while maximizing efficiency.
• Maintain Equipment & Standards: Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly maintained, work areas are clean and functional, and mise en place standards are consistently upheld.

How You Work

• Daymaker ethos — no one’s too big for the small things.
• Hands-on and non-hierarchical — leads from the front.
• Resilient and solutions-focused — stays calm, moves fast.

Perks from Day One

As part of EVT, you unlock Elevate Perks from your first day. Parity for all levels - no ivory towers.

• Salary starting from $80, 000 plus super.

• 50% off dining and stays across EVT hotels – QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo and more.
• $2 movie tickets + discounts on Gold Class, Moonlight Cinema and Candy Bar.
• Seasonal perks at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth across our hotel & entertainment network.
• Paid parental leave; community & volunteering opportunities.

Apply Now

Join Rydges Canberra and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker.

Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.

Send your CV and a short cover letter. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and review applications as they come in - don’t wait! We can’t wait to see the places your career will go with EVT.

When you click apply, you’ll be taken to our secure EVT careers portal (powered by Dayforce). This is our official system for managing applications across the EVT Group. You’ll simply enter your details and answer a few quick screening questions so we can get to know you better.