Sous Chef Conference

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 21c Museum Hotels Full time

Company Description

Sofitel Melbourne On Collins, the ultimate luxury hotel escape in the heart of Melbourne city centre. Combining French elegance and modern luxury, curating dining experiences where our passionate chefs and mixologists delight our guest in a lively culinary experience whilst overlooking the city skyline. As a Hotel for the Arts, Sofitel Melbourne on Collins proudly champions culture and tradition with rotating art exhibitions and is immersed in the city's thriving arts and entertainment scene.

PROPERTY DETAILS

  • 5-star luxury in the heart of the Melbourne's shopping, theatre and business precincts
  • 363 rooms with breathtaking views over Melbourne
  • Exclusive Club Lounge that offers club guests that elevated French joie-de-vivre experience
  • Sophisticated modern dining with vibrant contemporary French flair at No35 restaurant
  • Unique signature cocktails & refined exclusive ambience at Atrium Bar on 35
Job Description

Take full ownership of a designated part of the Conference & Events kitchen operation, ensuring excellence in food quality, presentation, cost control, and team leadership. Oversee all aspects of culinary execution, from hands-on supervision of the kitchen brigade to assisting with the design and delivery of innovative, high-quality menus that align with guest expectations and hotel standards. Work closely with the Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef on menu development, recipe creation, food costing, and maintaining consistency across all culinary functions.

Drive operational efficiency through intelligent planning, effective stock management, and minimizing wastage, while also managing kitchen labor costs through strategic rostering and scheduling. Lead by example in maintaining food safety, hygiene, and environmental standards, and support ongoing staff training and development through regular performance reviews, recruitment systems, and day-to-day coaching.

Foster a positive, collaborative kitchen culture that encourages learning, growth, and creativity. Engage with the front-of-house, Sales and stewarding teams to ensure smooth coordination and delivery of exceptional guest experiences across all conference and event functions. Support digital brand development, uphold the Sofitel Food Philosophy, and contribute to hotel initiatives and planning sessions that enhance the overall culinary offering.

Qualifications
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of culinary experience, with at least 2+ years in a senior role (Junior Sous Chef or Sous Chef)

  • Proven track record in high-volume, fast-paced environments, especially banquet or large event catering

  • Experience managing large kitchen brigades

  • Passion for excellence and innovation in food

  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability

  • HACCP or Food Hygiene & Safety Training

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks:

Sofitel Melbourne on Collins provides ambassadors career development opportunities within the hotel and wider Accor Group. We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

We live by our Heartist principles, that is, the heart and art of human connection. Understanding people is our business and putting people at the heart of our organisation is how we make decisions. We want every ambassador to feel valued, inspired and to strive for greatness every day.

We offer our Heartists:

  • Build a career with the largest hotel group in the Pacific
  • Central accessible location in Melbourne's CBD
  • Laundered uniforms
  • Complimentary hotel stay package for your work anniversary
  • Worldwide employee and family and friends benefits at Accor Hotels
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