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About The Continental - Sorrento

Having undergone a monumental restoration, The Continental Sorrento has reopened as a premier hospitality destination of Australia. A multi-faceted offering caters for a broad range of patrons of all ages. Our venues include Conti Bar, Beer Garden, Beach Rd Promenade, CeeCee’s Dining Room, Ember Sorrento, Barlow cocktail bar, multiple function & events spaces, and an opulent pool deck.  

The Continental Sorrento team, led by General Manager Luke Murphy, in collaboration with the KICKON Group, delivers world class food, beverage and customer service setting a new benchmark for excellence in the hospitality industry. 

The Opportunity

We are looking for a number of passionate and driven chefs to join the opening team at Ember Sorrento a refined coastal restaurant celebrating expertly grilled steak and the freshest seafood.

Our goal is simple: to deliver a dining experience defined by quality, consistency, and heart. To do that, we need chefs who live for their craft those who bring energy, precision, and pride to every service.

We are seeking chefs from Sous to CDP level who thrive in a high-performing team and share a commitment to delivering the very best, every day. We’re building something special, and we want people who care deeply about food, the guest experience, and each other.

About Ember

Located at The Continental Sorrento, Ember is a coastal restaurant offering a refined menu focused on steak, seafood, and fire. The venue blends elegant simplicity with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, embodying the spirit of the sea and the sophistication of modern Australian dining.

As part of The Continental hospitality precinct home to venues including CeeCee’s, Conti Bar, Barlow, and more. Ember represents the next evolution of excellence in food and service.

About The Roles

We’re looking for people who are genuinely invested in delivering exceptional guest experiences by creating incredible food every day.

Positions available:

• Sous Chefs

• Chefs de Partie (CDPs)

• Experienced Cooks

All roles are vital to ensuring Ember operates at its best, leading with passion and professionalism.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate:

• Experience in premium or high-volume dining environments

• Experience with using a Josper Grill

• Proficiency in cooking a Steak

• Exceptional cooking skills and attention to detail

• A guest-first mindset and love for the craft

• Leadership, adaptability, and strong communication

• Commitment to building and mentoring a great team

• Availability to work across a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays

• Relevant trade qualification or equivalent hands-on experience

Experience with systems such as Cooking The Books, LightSpeed POS, and Tanda is highly regarded.

About the Offer

• Competitive remuneration based on experience

• Career progression opportunities within The Continental precinct

• Mentorship from leading industry professionals

• Access to accredited training and staff benefits