About

At Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas, part of the Marriott International portfolio, we create unforgettable experiences in one of Australia’s most iconic destinations. With 295 rooms, suites and villas, and a team of 300+ associates, our beachfront resort is the perfect blend of tropical paradise and five-star hospitality.

We are seeking an Executive Sous Chef to join our senior Culinary Leadership Team. This is a rare opportunity to make your mark in a world-class resort environment, working alongside our Executive Chef to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

About the Role
As Executive Sous Chef, you will be second-in-command of the Resort’s kitchens, responsible for both the strategic and daily operational success of the culinary team. You will:
Lead the kitchen operation across multiple outlets and events, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, and presentation.
Partner with the Executive Chef and Director of Food & Beverage on menu development, budgets, standards, and the Resort’s Food & Beverage calendar.
Take full charge of kitchen operations in the Executive Chef’s absence.
Drive food quality, freshness, cost control, and minimise waste.
Ensure compliance with Food Safety and Hygiene standards across all kitchens.
Lead, mentor, and train a diverse culinary team, supporting professional development and succession planning.
Conduct daily briefings, weekly meetings, appraisals, and ensure training requirements are consistently met.
Be a key driver of guest satisfaction, leading action plans to improve GuestVoice and GEI scores.
Collaborate with stakeholders across the Resort, supporting events and operational excellence.

About You
We are looking for a hands-on leader who thrives in a high-volume, luxury environment. You will bring:
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a senior culinary role (Executive Sous Chef or strong Sous Chef) within a 4 or 5-star international hotel or resort.
Certificate III in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent).
Safe Food Handling Certificate (essential).
Queensland Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) – essential if supporting outlets.
First Aid Certificate (desirable).
Strong leadership and team management skills with a proven ability to train, motivate, and inspire.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
A passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Our Benefits:
Exclusive staff discounts on hotel rooms, food and beverage (across all Marriott properties globally) for you, your family, and friends
Global career development through world-class training and advancement opportunities
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for your wellbeing
Employee Referral Incentives – get rewarded for bringing talent to the team
Work for the world’s largest hotel company, committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity

Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 plus superannuation

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