Company Description
Novotel Surfers Paradise features 408 well-appointed rooms, located in the heart of iconic Surfers Paradise and our beautiful beaches. Featuring a variety of dining options including: The Restaurant, Blvd Café and Bar, Pool bar, in-room dining, 6 Conference rooms, off-site catering, pool, spa, tennis court and gym.
Job Description
The role
We have a wonderful rare opportunity to join our Kitchen Brigade as a full-time Commis Chef, you’ll be responsible for assisting in the effective operation of the Kitchen and working in a team to provide quality and a high level of service to guests while adhering to Kitchen policies and procedures.
Now more than ever, its important you understand food hygiene and can stay up to date with our cleanliness standards. As well as growing and developing, we want YOU to have the passion to THRIVE in a fast paced Kitchen environment.
What you’ll be doing:
1. Food production in accordance with requirements whilst ensuring correct methods of cooking, consistency in product and quality
2. Ensure the overall cleanliness and the health and safety & ALLSafe aspects of the kitchen are maintained at all times
3. Responsible for proper storage, labelling and use of all food supplies to prevent unnecessary spoilage and to maintain cost control
4. Assist in the supervision of junior kitchen staff by providing instruction of duties
5. Be a positive team member with a "Can Do" attitude
Qualifications
What we’re looking for:
6. Commercial Cookery Qualification – Cert III or IV
7. An experienced Chef with a creative flair and able to work across a la carte dining and functions and events
8. Familiar with Food Safety and WHS legislation
9. A passion for locally sourced and seasonal produce
10. A desire to develop among a driven & professional team
11. Ability to work autonomously on a section or within a fast-paced team
12. Availability to work a flexible roster, including nights, week-ends and public holidays.
13. Hold valid full working rights in Australia to be able to work a full-time roster, sponosrship not available.
Additional Information
What is in it for you:
14. Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
15. Learning programs through our Academies and the opportunity to earn qualifications while you work
16. Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
17. Ability to make a difference in the local community through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21