Executive Chef
Executive Chef
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Job Description
Sofitel Brisbane Central Brisbanes most iconic luxury hotel is seeking a visionary and innovative Executive Chef to lead its culinary team and elevate the dining experience with refined French elegance worldclass cuisine and unparalleled hospitality.
The Executive Chef at Sofitel Brisbane Central is a key member of the senior management team and works closely with the Director of Food and Beverage General Manager and management team to achieve the highest culinary standards for the hotel.
In this role time will be spent equally across kitchen operations and administrative duties providing direct supervision to senior chefs across multiple hotel kitchens as well as support and leadership to the wider kitchen brigade.
The successful candidate will be a team player focused on delivering a luxurious style of cuisine that is best in class while displaying a consistently positive attitude and guestcentric approach.
- Develop and implement innovative seasonal menus that showcase international cuisines while incorporating local Brisbane flavors and ingredients
- Oversee daily kitchen operations ensuring adherence to food quality safety and hygiene standards
- Lead mentor and inspire a team of culinary professionals fostering a collaborative and goaloriented work environment
- Drive sustainable practices through responsible sourcing and waste reduction initiatives
- Manage food costs inventory and supplies to optimise profitability while maintaining quality standards
- Collaborate with the management team to enhance overall guest satisfaction and drive business growth
- Engage with guests to gather feedback and tailor culinary experiences to meet and exceed expectations
- Stay current with culinary trends and incorporate cuttingedge techniques into menu offerings
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations
- Participate in menu creation and cost control initiatives to maximise kitchen efficiency and profitability
- Represent the culinary team at various events and promotions.
Qualifications :
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive culinary experience with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role in a luxury 5 star hotel environment
- Culinary degree from a recognised institution or equivalent professional experience
- Exceptional culinary skills with a deep understanding of international cuisines and contemporary dining trends
- Strong leadership organisational and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to create innovative and visually appealing dishes that meet high standards of quality
- Proficiency in menu planning food cost control and inventory management
- Experience in managing large kitchen teams in a fastpaced environment
- Knowledge of Australian cuisine and familiarity with local Brisbane food trends and ingredients
- Food safety certification and thorough understanding of health and safety regulations
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Strong problemsolving skills and attention to detail
- Creativity in menu development and presentation
- Proficiency in culinary software and digital tools for inventory and cost management
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
Additional Information :
Bring your pride and passion luxury attitude and humble excellence to Sofitel Brisbane Central and we will recognise your contribution with a variety of benefits rewards and development opportunities. We also offer a range of wellbeing initiatives including apps with content to help you feel at your best. Join us and you can thrive as an individual as well as being part of a supportive and inclusive team.
Thrive in our Sofitel Brisbane Central community with:
- Discounts for ambassadors families and friends at Accor Hotels worldwide
- Complimentary hotel stay package to celebrate your work anniversary
- Complimentary car parking
- Discretionary bonus based on KPI achievement
- Direct access to Central train station
- Complimentary food in the ambassador dining room
- Personalised and laundered uniforms.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
