Executive Chef

Conveniently located amongst Sydney’s CBD, Darling Harbour, Darling Square and ICC precincts at Novotel Sydney Darling Square we are looking for a culinary expert to join our team as our Executive Chef. 

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. 

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Reporting directly to the General Manager, this is a unique culinary role in an diverse F&B environment – we are not just your typical everyday hotel restaurant. You will be responsible for leading the culinary operations across the Hotel and Pumphouse Sydney. Delivering elevated culinary standards and quality is critical to your success which involves menu planning and effective cost controls. You will have a keen eye for detail, creative flare and excellent time management skills. This is a hands on role and you must have a genuine passion for developing and leading your team.

What will you be doing:

• Oversees the food preparation, production and implementation of menus which are designed to deliver high quality food within our brand expectations.
• Ability to keep a keen eye on costs and deliver on budgeted profitability targets.
• Develop and grow the kitchen brigade. 
• Works in conjunction with Food and Beverage Management team to ensure a quality product and service.
• Maintains high Health and safety standards in the kitchen.

What we are looking for:

• Strong leadership skills with experience of 5+ years in a similar role within hospitality.
• You will be adaptable and with a creative flare.
• You’re a hands-on, collaborative leader who builds teams that thrive under pressure.
• You’re commercially savvy and confident managing kitchen operations, budgets, and supplier relationships.
• You’re a great communicator who works well with Front of the House, events, marketing, and senior leadership.

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! 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know. 

Please note, you will require full working rights in Australia to be eligible for this position.