Title: Yamagen Sous Chef

QT Gold Cost is part of EVT, and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place.

About EVT:
As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes 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 by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.

About the Role

With a range of multi-faceted kitchens and diverse dining experiences on-site, we’re always looking for passionate chefs to join our team and elevate our culinary offerings. In this role, at Yamagen Japanese restaurant, you’ll work alongside Adam Lane to help manage a section of the kitchen operation, ensuring that food preparation and service meet the highest standards of quality, consistency, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining impeccable hygiene standards and practices across the kitchen.
• Training, mentoring, and developing junior kitchen staff to foster a culture of excellence.
• Overseeing the preparation and presentation of food to meet the expectations of our diverse clientele.
• Collaborating with the team across our multifaceted kitchens to ensure smooth operations during peak times and special events.
• This is a full-time opportunity for a passionate chef eager to take on a new challenge and progress within a fast-paced, high-energy hotel environment. You’ll be part of a growing culinary team with ample opportunities for career development and advancement.

Skills & experience

The candidate will have strong all round experience in

• Japanese cooking techniques
• Good knife skills
• Food hygiene
• Communication

Will be advantageous to have the following experience

• Tempura
• Robata
• Sashimi/Sushi skills
• Ordering and general administration
• Responsible for your specific kitchen station, overseeing preparation, cooking, and presentation to maintain a seamless flow and consistently deliver top-notch dishes.
• Reporting directly to the Executive Chef Adam Lane, It is important you are calm under pressure and you promote a positive working environment for your team.
• Uphold strict hygiene and food safety standards, conducting regular checks to guarantee the freshness, taste, and visual appeal of all dishes leaving the kitchen.
• Work closely with kitchen staff, communicating effectively to ensure efficient teamwork, smooth operations, and a harmonious kitchen environment in one of the Gold Coast's leading Japanese culinary establishments. A keen eye for detail
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant setting
• Proven experience working seamlessly in a dynamic kitchen environment

Benefits & Perks

• Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
• 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo 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