Regional Executive Chef

5 days ago

Cairns, Australia Compass Group Pty Limited Full time

ESS provides multi-service capability to major companies andorganisations operating in remote sites, gold mines and coal fields. Weprovide vital workplace support for people working in some of the mostisolated terrains in the world, from oil rigs in the North Sea to gold minesin the Australian Outback.

We are currently seeking an innovative and inspirational leader to join the ESS team in the role of Regional Executive Chef working across our villages in Central QLD. This role is responsible for driving the ESS food philosophy through the business to a wide range of people; from our chefs and cooks to our catering attendants and managers, you will have the ability to tap into their unique talents and motivate them to take the business from good to great in quality food and service delivery. In addition to this, your passion will drive you to develop culinary talent and capability, continuously seeking out innovation to incorporate on-trend food solutions.

This position however, will require consistent travel to sites. Your passion for exceptional customer service, genuine commitment to safety and strong people management skills are essential for you to succeed in this role.

Roster is 9 days on, 5 days off working 12 hour days.

Flights, accommodation and meals included.

The Position

- Ensuring compliance with all catering requirements

- Driving regular and sustainable improvement in our catering performance

- Conducting regular interactions with all levels throughout our villages

- On the ground support to all Head Chefs throughout our portfolios

- Training and development of identified talent within the organisation

- Ensure we deliver high quality catering and support services to our client

- Fostering a high-performance culture through continuous improvement and innovation

- Implementing new food processes and procedures across the business

The Person

- Experience in Site Based Head Chef or Executive Chef positions across high-volume catering environments

- Strong and decisive leadership skills with ability to engage stakeholders

- Ability to identify and implement new innovations within the catering management space

- Experience introducing new operating methods,effectively bringing people along the journey.

- Experience in managing multiple stakeholder relationships, throughout large organisations

The Benefits

You will have the support, infrastructure, systems and processes you would expect from a global organisation. As an employer of choice, we recognise high performance and foster individual development. Additionally, our employees enjoy the following benefits;

- Immediate access to 100+ retail discounts accessible from your mobile

- Multiple salary packaging options to help your dollar go further

- Health and wellbeing employee benefits to help look after you

- Recognition programs including service and safety awards, regular team events, site-based benefits and company discounts.

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