We’re seeking a confident, people-focused Sous Chef who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-faceted kitchen environment where consistency, creativity and teamwork come together to create memorable dining experiences. This is not a single-service kitchen, your impact will be felt across our full offering, from vibrant café service to premium dining and high-profile VIP events.
Why Join Us?
- Australia’s largest regional arts centre: Be part of Australia’s largest regional arts centre, delivering exceptional food experiences within a major Victorian public cultural institution.
- Leadership opportunity: Lead and mentor a skilled, passionate kitchen team.
- Staff Benefits: Enjoy staff initiatives like complimentary tickets for live music, comedy, opera, theatre, musical theatre and more as well as discount on food and beverages at Tutti and Geelong Arts Centre bars and cafe.
- Positive Culture: Join a growing hospitality team that values creativity, inclusiveness and pride in delivering high-quality, memorable experiences.
- Lifestyle: Be part of a dynamic coastal city where thriving arts, great food, stunning beaches and big city energy combine to offer an enviable, relaxed lifestyle. Relocation support available.
The Role
In this role you will be a driving force behind the kitchen’s day-to-day energy, supporting the Head Chef while leading the team through everything from early-morning café trade to refined lunch and dinner services, as well as curated event experiences. Your ability to shift gears, maintain standards across different styles of service, and keep the team aligned will be key to success.
With a hands-on leadership style, you’ll guide the kitchen through busy services, ensuring every plate whether a casual café favourite or an elevated event dish leaves the pass with precision and flair. Your calm, solutions-focused mindset and ability to motivate the team in the moment will shape how every guest experiences the food.
Working closely with the Head Chef and collaborating across Front of House, Events and Operations, you’ll oversee prep, service and kitchen organisation across all service streams. From managing stock and minimising waste to upholding food safety and mentoring emerging talent, you’ll play a vital role in keeping the kitchen running smoothly and consistently delivering at a high level.
This is a role for someone who takes ownership, leads with confidence and embraces variety someone who doesn’t just cook food, but helps create an environment where people, service and flavours can truly shine.
To view a copy of the full position description, please visit the Careers page of our website: https://geelongartscentre.org.au/about-us/careers/
To be considered for this opportunity candidates must address the Selection Criteria and Capabilities requirements outlined in the Position Description. To view a copy of the full position description, please visit the Careers page of our website: https://geelongartscentre.org.au/about-us/careers/
For a confidential discussion about this role, contact the People and Culture Team at employment@geelongartscentre.org.au
Applications close Midnight Thursday 2 July 2026
