Hotel Chief Steward

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Company Description

Work Your Way to Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park!

Nestled right opposite the scenic Albert Park Lake with stunning views of Melbourne’s skyline, Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park offers an unparalleled environment for both leisure and business travelers. Our dual-brand hotel features 378 stylish rooms, a vibrant restaurant and bar, plus top-tier wellness amenities like a pool and gym. We also host one of the largest conference centers in Melbourne, with 31 versatile event spaces that create the perfect setting for meetings, celebrations, and everything in between. Ready to be part of something exceptional? Come make an impact with us!

Accor  is Australia’s Largest Hotel Network with 50+ brands, 5100+ hotels operating in 110 countries. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

Job Description

Are you passionate about maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in a world-class kitchen? The Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park Hotel is seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Chief Steward to oversee the sanitation area of our kitchens and contribute to the smooth operation of our dining experience for our whole hotel community.

About the Role! 

Reporting to the Executive Chef, this newly established role will be responsible for: 

·  Managing and coordinating the daily stewarding operation including supervising of the stewarding team. 
·  Liaise with the Executive Chef and Department Heads to ensure that equipment requirements are met and fully operational.
·  Supervise, train and develop kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and high-energy working environment. 
·  Oversee and uphold hygiene standards in our kitchen/ stewarding operations, including banquets, à la carte restaurants and staff canteen. 
·  Manage inventory, order supplies and minimise waste to optimise the Food & Beverage efficiency.
·  Facilitate and promote a collaborative interdepartmental work environment throughout the hotel. 

Qualifications

About You!

·  Previous experience with working with a large fast-paced stewarding operation.
·  Strong knowledge of Food Safety and hygiene standards (HACCP). 
·  Strong ability to effectively interact and communicate with staff, management and vendors. 
·  Proven ability to design and manage efficient staffing schedules, optimising team performance.
·  Demonstrated experience in efficiently managing stock levels and overseeing invoicing processes.

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

·  On-site car park  while on duty.
·  Access to confidential Employee Assistance Program.
·  Inclusive and diverse environment.
·  A friendly and supportive work environment.
·  Reward and recognition programs.
·  Mentoring and career development along-side experienced and dedicated professionals.
·  Global discounts on hotel accommodation & Food and Beverage, including special rates with our partnership brands such as Europcar.

Apply today and see where your Accor career can take you!

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role, so Australian working rights are required.