Fish House Steak & Grill is the newest venue from the multi award-winning Bella Venezia Group — creators of one of Queensland’s most celebrated dining institutions.

Located on the iconic Mooloolaba Spit, our venue showcases the best seafood Australia has to offer, premium Australian beef, and refined Japanese-influenced technique. We are committed to delivering memorable, award-winning dining experiences built on innovation, precision, and a deep respect for premium produce.

We are now seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen alongside Executive Chef Ben Achurch and help cement Fish House Steak & Grill as one of the Sunshine Coast’s most exciting and highly regarded dining destinations.

This is a rare opportunity to shape the culinary identity of a venue with serious ambition.

As Head Chef, you will lead a 12-strong kitchen brigade, driving standards, consistency, and creativity while steering the restaurant toward future Chef Hat and industry recognition. You will guide menu development, champion premium produce, and ensure every service delivers a refined, memorable experience.

This role is ideal for an experienced Head Chef — or a highly capable Senior Sous Chef ready to step up — who is ready to make a significant impact.

• Leading, mentoring, and motivating a 12-person kitchen brigade

• Creating and executing menus that deliver memorable, award-winning dining experiences

• Working closely with the Executive Chef on concept development, innovation, and menu evolution

• Showcasing premium seafood, dry-aged steak, and Japanese-influenced cooking

• Overseeing all kitchen operations: cost control, ordering, rostering, systems, and compliance

• Maintaining the highest standards of presentation, consistency, and food safety

• Building a team culture grounded in professionalism, creativity, and excellence

You will excel in this role if you are:

• An experienced Head Chef, or a high-performing Senior Sous Chef ready to advance

• Experienced in fine dining, Chef Hat or Michelin-standard kitchens (highly preferred)

• Passionate about premium seafood, dry-aged beef, and Japanese techniques

• Strong in leadership, financial management, kitchen systems, and operational structure

• Creative yet disciplined, with an eye for consistency and refinement

• A calm, confident leader who values team development and strong kitchen culture

• $100,000–$110,000 salary, reviewed regularly

• Significant creative input and professional autonomy

• Work directly with Executive ChefBen Achurch and award-winning leadership

• Access to the region’s finest seafood and premium beef suppliers

• Clear pathway for long-term career progression within the Bella Venezia Group

• An unmatched Sunshine Coast lifestyle — coastal living meets culinary excellence

• The opportunity to build and lead a kitchen positioned for Chef Hat recognition

We are an Accredited Sponsor Employer and welcome candidates requiring 482 sponsorship.
Please note: 186 sponsorship is not available for this role.

All applicants must be available for a face-to-face interview and a paid trial at the venue. Job offers will not be made via phone or virtual interviews.