CDP - Mercure Melbourne Southbank

Accor is the world’s largest and fastest-growing hotel group with a network of more than 5,000 properties in over 90 countries. We are far more than a worldwide leader. Globally, we are more than 260,000 hospitality experts placing people at the heart of what we do and nurturing real passion for service and achievement beyond limits.

This 4-star property, Mercure Melbourne Southbank, welcomes all guests, whether for business or leisure, short or long stay. Offering the ultimate location on the doorstep of the stunning Yarra River and next door to iconic landmarks Queen Victoria Gardens, National Gallery of Victoria, Flinders Street, Collins Street and hidden alleyways, it’s the perfect base for any stay and to work.

Consisting of a 100-seat restaurant, large bar area, cafe and conference spaces now is a great time to join our kitchen team.

We are currently seeking a Full Time Chef de Partie to join our professional and dynamic kitchen team. 

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Actively contributing to the menu planning process and execution
• Controlling food and wage costs, ensuring they come in on budget
• Assisting in event planning and execution
• Through your strong knowledge of the menus, actively controlling portion control and preparation knowledge to create amazing quality products.
• Implementing the hotel and department regulations, policies and procedures
• Providing information on menu items to members of the events team and floor operations team so they can confidently advise guests when required
• Maintaining industry knowledge and staying abreast of industry trends and dietary developments
• Actively training and promoting compliance with food safety standards, hygiene, cleanliness and other compliance requirements of the kitchens area.

To be successful in this role you should demonstrate:

• Flexible and adaptable approach, willing to work as part of a kitchen team to ensure our guests have a great dining experience.
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed whilst working under pressure in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining high and consistent. attention to detail and standards.
• Strong communication, organisational skills and grooming standards
• Ability to build effective relationships with other departments, suppliers, etc.
• Outstanding work ethic with the flexibility to work rotating rosters and shifts.
• Well versed in all aspects of Food Hygiene, HACCP and OH&S to ensure safe working practices are followed within the kitchen.
• Prior experience training and developing junior chefs, helping to create a legacy of learning reflected in the production of quality food.
• Relevant Trade qualifications.
• Flexibility to work breakfast and dinner shifts on a 7 day roster

What’s in it for you

• An opportunity to Work Your Way, Learn Your Way and experience Benefits Your Way at Accor
• Ability to really contribute and feel pride in knowing you have made a difference to the greater good of the Hotel Operation
• Work alongside passionate industry professionals
• Be mentored by experienced Accor Hospitality professionals who want to see you succeed!