Hotel Banquet Sous Chef

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!

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The Pullman & Mercure Melbourne Albert Park hotel is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and passionate Sous Chef (Banquet Kitchen) to join our culinary team! In this pivotal role, you will work closely with our Executive Chef to ensure exceptional dining experiences for our guests, across our large scale Conference & Events operations. 

About the Role!

Reporting to the Executive Chef, the Banqueting Sous Chef will be responsible for:

• Supervise, train and develop kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative, inclusive and high-energy working environment. 
• Oversee and uphold food quality and hygiene standards in our Banqueting kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with the Executive Sous Chef to assist in menu preparation.
• Manage inventory, order supplies and minimise waste to optimise kitchen efficiency.
• Facilitate and promote a collaborative interdepartmental work environment throughout the hotel.
• Collaborate with the Conference & Events Planning team to ensure clients visions are met and exceeded. 

About You! 

• Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a high-volume banquet setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to delegate effectively and inspire a team.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene regulations aligned with 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.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. 
• A passion for delivering exceptional food experiences and contributing to a cohesive team.
• Culinary qualification (preferred) or equivalent work experience in a similar role.

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.