Are you a talented and passionate culinary professional looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your skills and be part of opening our new restaurant? We are seeking an experienced Japanese Sous Chef with a creative mindset and experience with Japanese cuisine to be part of our pre-opening team in our world class Japanese restaurant –Terasu.

The Role

As Sous Chef in one of our world class dining outlets, you will assist the Head Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations, your responsibilities will be training and mentoring the team on cooking techniques, food presentation and kitchen procedures and leading the team in the Head Chefs absence. 

About You

• Formal trade qualification in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated experience in Japanese cuisine and menu creation.
• Extensive knowledge of various cooking techniques, cuisines, and culinary trends.
• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, with the ability to coach and mentor a team.
• Excellent organisational and time management ability to handle multiple priorities effectively including coordinating with the Front of House staff. 
• Keen eye for detail and a passion for creating visually appealing and delicious dishes.
• A working understanding of and ability to maintain food safety standards and HACCP.

Why join us 

• Work in the region’s newest luxury hotel.
• Permanent Full-time position.
• Competitive remuneration package including assistance with relocation expenses for ideal candidates. 
• Idyllic location in tropical North Queensland.
• Straight shifts – no split shifts.
• Uniforms supplied and laundered.
• Free car parking.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Corporate discount on health insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Generous discounts across the Morris Group.
• Permanent career opportunities with pathways into leadership and management levels and between sister properties around Australia. 

About Us 

Ardo is a brand new $88 million dollar hotel due to open in Townsville in late 2023. Its arrival brings elevated relaxation and rejuvenation to North Queensland’s premier leisure and entertainment precinct, nestled on the edge of the Coral Sea with uninterrupted views across to Magnetic Island. It’s sprawling hotel suites; world-class dining outlets – Marmor and Terasu; day spa; and signature rooftop pool deck and bar combine to celebrate the spirit of the tropics with unique Ardo flair.

Ardo’s signature steak and seafood restaurant, Marmor promises a true elevation of Australia’s finest gourmet cuisine, while diners at Terasu will be invited to experience a relaxed but edgy take on traditional Japanese cuisine. Ardo Rooftop will be instantly iconic, with its stunning rooftop location, offering panoramic views across the Coral Sea to the horizon. 

Ardo’s parent company, Morris Group, also owns and operates a collection of hotels and luxury lodges in North Queensland including The Ville Resort-Casino, Orpheus Island Lodge, Daintree Ecolodge, and Mt Mulligan Lodge, in addition to owning Colonial Leisure Group, a Melbourne-based hospitality company that operates some of the city’s most iconic hotels.

As part of the Morris Group, we are passionate about driving sustainability action and being part of the shift toward a net zero future. That’s why sustainable practices are at the heart of everything we do. We live and breathe it so that future generations can enjoy all the spoils our region has to offer. We are continuously working toward group-wide goals that focus on People, Place, and Planet. We’re on a mission to find a better way to do the work we love to make a positive impact for the world around us. 

If you are looking for a work environment that focusses on employee health and wellbeing, having fun, encourages teamwork and collaboration across all levels of the business and provides a challenge then we would love to hear from you. 

How to Apply 

Applications close: Friday 28th July 2023

Sounds like you? Apply now!

Please note: Applicants must have eligible working rights in Australia. 

Morris Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes people from diverse backgrounds and life experiences, including race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, or age.