Overview
Delaware North Australia is hiring an Executive Sous Chef to join our team at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). With a capacity of more than 100,000, the MCG is the largest sporting stadium in the Southern Hemisphere. It hosts Australian Football League (AFL) teams, cricket matches, concerts and special events, as well as non‐event‐day functions. This is a rare opening to join our team in a key leadership role, based in the heart of Melbourne.
What will you do?
* Oversee culinary operations including high volume production, high‐end a‐la‐carte restaurants and events.
* Develop innovative menu concepts that align with current food trends and guest preferences.
* Deliver event‐day and non‐event‐day catering operations across a variety of cuisines.
* Lead a culinary team to success, training and providing strong leadership.
* Set, implement and review high food service standards and systems.
* Support control of the department budget and food costs, embracing and following our IT systems.
* Manage performance and labour costs for permanent and casual kitchen staff.
* Champion on‐site food safety and HACCP accreditation.
* Collaborate with other F&B arms to provide first‐class dining to all customers.
More About You
* A successful track record of managing large‐scale or high‐end restaurant kitchen operations (venue/event experience highly regarded).
* Demonstrated success in leading, developing, and motivating a large and diverse kitchen team.
* Experience with menu setting and stock control.
* Demonstrated commercial acumen and experience delivering business outcomes.
* Appropriate culinary qualifications.
* Competence in using business technology such as stock control systems, spreadsheets, accounting systems.
* Excellent communication and leadership skills at all levels.
Benefits
* Show up in style: laundered uniforms, including chefs' jackets and aprons.
* Dine well: discounted meals on‐site.
* Be part of something big: work at world‐class events in an atmosphere like no other.
* Grow your career: unlock opportunities within a global organisation.
* Feel valued: competitive salary and recognition for your contributions.
EEO Statement
At Delaware North Australia & New Zealand, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, orientations, and experiences. Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and thrives on collaboration.
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