Head Chef - Mercure Perth on Hay

Mercure Perth on Hay is a 127 room full service property located near the beautiful Swan River in the heart of Perth CBD. 

Hop & Huddle Bar & Eatery, a vibrant and welcoming gathering place where friends, families, and communities come together to savour exceptional food, celebrate life's moments, and forge lasting connections. We aspire to be more than just a place to eat and drink; we aim to be the heartbeat of our neighbourhood, a cornerstone of camaraderie, and a source of pride for all who call Hop & Huddle home.

Who are We:

We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. 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.

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Head Chef to build and lead an inspired team of hospitality professionals. This role will report to the General Manager and work closely with our Portfolio Director of Food and Beverage with responsibilities including leading the smooth day-to day operation within the Kitchen Team and ensuring our Hop & Huddle standards are maintained and continually developing.

 What will you be doing?

• Leading, inspiring and developing members of the team, through the provision of information, guidance and a hands on approach;
• Training all kitchen colleagues on menu execution, techniques and HACCP
• 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.

• Guest obsessed focus with the ability to flex in a fast paced and ever changing environment
• Ability to navigate through change and provide quick thinking solutions should problems arise
• Leadership qualities, with the ability to extend yourself to assisting your colleagues where needed, maintaining high levels of communication with the F&B and Front Office teams
• Clear and confident communication skills – both written and verbal 
• A passion for all things Food & Beverage with industry knowledge and familiarity with current trends
• Minimum 5 years cookery experience
• Availability to work across a 7 day rotating roster including mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Food Safety Supervisor or willingness to obtain

• 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!