Delaware North Australia has an exciting opportunity for a talented Chef De Cuisine - Functions to join our culinary team at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
The MCG is the largest sporting stadium in the Southern Hemisphere, hosting several Australian Football League (AFL) teams, cricket matches, concerts, and special events. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Chef de Cuisine to oversee the MCG's event and non-event-day functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all culinary operations across the MCG's event-day and non-event-day functions.
- Deliver high-quality catering experiences, ranging from small meetings and conferences to large-scale gala dinners and corporate events.
- Develop innovative menu concepts that align with current food trends and guest preferences.
- Provide strong leadership, mentorship, and training to a diverse culinary team, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Set, implement and review high food service standards, implementing systems.
- Assist in managing department budgets, food costs, utilising IT systems to drive efficiency and profitability.
- Managing performance and labour costs for permanent and casual kitchen staff.
- Championing on-site food safety and HACCP accreditation.
- Combining with other F&B arms to provide first-class dining to all customers.
Requirements:
- Proven experience managing large-scale function and event kitchen operations (venue experience highly regarded).
- Demonstrated success in leading, developing, and motivating a large, diverse kitchen team.
- Experience in menu development, stock control, and cost management.
- Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering business outcomes.
- Relevant culinary qualifications.
- Proficiency in business technology, including stock control systems, spreadsheets, and accounting software.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage at all levels.
About Us:
Delaware North Australia & New Zealand is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, orientations, and experiences.