Senior Chef de Partie - Full Time

Job description

Company Description

Hospitality is a Work of Heart at Accor . Everything we do, we do to help our guests and our people feel welcome and feel valued to give them the best experience possible. 

Batman's Hill on Collins is a 4-star Accor hotel in Melbourne, offering an ideal city stay for corporate, leisure and group travel guests. We are conveniently located in the heart of Melbourne's CBD, right opposite Southern Cross Station. The hotel features 190 rooms and apartments, a fully equipped conference centre, restaurant and bar.  Offering impeccable service and a welcoming atmosphere, Batman’s Hill on Collins is the ideal venue for guests visiting the city for leisure or work.

We are looking for a skilled Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie to take the lead in our kitchen operations, supporting our Head Chef to create exceptional guest experiences in our restaurant and conference and event spaces. You will have proven experience in a hotel environment, full working rights in Australia, and the ability to lead and mentor a small team. If you are motivated, enthusiastic, and have the drive and creativity to bring your ideas to the table to improve our menu selection and guest experience, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description

·  Running the shift with hands-on cooking and food preparation intrinsic to the role
·  Assist Head Chef with menu preparation and ensuring adequate supplies are available for expected service
·  Maintain excellent presentation standards and cost control for all food and beverage outlets
·  Assist with the implementation and maintenance of programs to ensure high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchens
·  Be a leader for the team by setting a positive example and supporting continuous learning and collaborative relationships
·  Supervision of kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef. Delegate duties and responsibilities to kitchen employees to ensure service demands are met
·  Subject to experience, above award rate may be offered

Qualifications

·  Must have  full Australian working rights and availability to work 38 hours per week on a rotating roster Monday to Sunday, with an initial focus on dinner service
·  Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within the hotel industry
·  Relevant Trade Qualification and Food Safety Supervisor certificate
·  Excellent technical knowledge with experience in a variety of cooking techniques
·  Ability to work independently, as well as part of a small team
·  Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills
·  Commitment to hygiene, safety standards, and food handling regulations

Additional Information

At  Accor, we are committed to ensuring our people feel welcome and valued by creating an inclusive and supportive environment. We offer a positive work culture, global Accor and partner discounts including accommodation and dining, career progression, learning & development opportunities and the environment to learn a wide range of skills as part of a global hospitality brand.  Become a Heartist and work in an environment where we encourage you to bring your real self to work, unleash your creativity and have fun!

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

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