We are seeking a casual Breakfast Demi Chef to join our team at Novotel Sunshine Coast Resort!
Our resort is a true coastal escape, featuring over 370 beautifully appointed rooms, a sparkling pool, a vibrant lagoon perfect for water adventures, and exceptional dining experiences. We’re also home to the Sunshine Coast’s largest convention centre, with the capacity to host up to 1,500 guests - making us a key player in both leisure and events.
As part of the globally renowned Accor Group, we’re committed to delivering service that exceeds expectations. This is your chance to grow your hospitality career with a supportive team, be part of a leading international brand, and help shape unforgettable guest experiences in one of Queensland’s most iconic destinations.
Job Description
This role is ideal for a passionate, motivated Demi Chef looking to work in a fast-paced, high-volume buffet-style breakfast service. You’ll play a key role in delivering a consistent, high-quality breakfast experience while supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of the kitchen.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist senior chefs with the preparation and delivery of buffet-style breakfast service, ensuring variety, freshness, and quality at all times
- Oversee assigned breakfast sections, ensuring smooth and efficient operations
- Uphold exceptional food presentation and hygiene standards, maintaining cleanliness and organisation across all workstations
- Prepare mise-en-place and support stock control by monitoring inventory, minimising waste, and adhering to rotation procedures
- Help train and guide junior team members or apprentices where required
- Liaise with chefs and kitchen leadership to ensure consistent service and timely replenishment during peak service period.
Qualifications
Key Requirements:
- Formal culinary trade
qualifications
and previous experience in the hotel or hospitality industry preferred.
- Proven experience in high-volume buffet-style breakfast service, including preparation, presentation, and replenishment.
- Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on maintaining food quality and presentation in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple stations.
- Adaptable, with a proactive attitude and the ability to respond positively to changing demands and operational needs.
Additional Information
Why work for Accor?
Accor is one of the largest global hospitality businesses, with over 5400 Hotels across 110+ countries, the career development opportunities are endless.
Benefits Your Way
- Immediate access to global accommodation and F&B; discounts
- #LearnYourWay with a sophisticated up-to-date training platform, which offers a constantly expanding database of free, industry focused training.
- Recognition of service anniversaries and Accor Tenure Milestones.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion.
- We are an inclusive employer, and our ambition is to attract, recruit, and develop diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you are most welcome to let us know.
📌 Demi Chef (Breakfast)
🏢 Novotel
📍 Sunshine Coast