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Company Description
passion!
As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.
Company Description
Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!
As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.
By joining us, you will become a Heartist, because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.
You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!
You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.
Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.
Hospitality is a work of heart ,
Join us and become a Heartist .
Job Description
We are seeking a visionary and innovative Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations at the Novotel Newcastle Beach. In this full-time hands on role, you will be responsible for overseeing all culinary operations, in the restaurant, bar & conference & events spaces.
* Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, quality control, and inventory management
* Leading culinary innovation and delivering consistently exceptional food
* Mentor and inspire your kitchen team, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement
* Collaborate with the management team to ensure seamless front-of-house and back-of-house operations
* Manage kitchen financials, including food cost control, labor planning, and budget management
* Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and maintain the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness
* Partner with local suppliers to source high-quality, sustainable ingredients
* Stay current with culinary trends and innovate to keep our restaurant at the forefront of the Newcastle dining scene
* Contribute to marketing initiatives and represent the restaurant in media appearances and community events
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within a hotel industry
* Culinary degree or equivalent professional certification
* Food Safety Supervisor certificate
* Strong knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP management, and compliance with local health and safety regulations
* Flexibly to work across a range of shifts including weekends and public holidays as required
* Strong culinary skills and a passion for creating exceptional dishes
* Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgeting and cost control
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making abilities
* Passion for culinary excellence and attention to detail
* Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing needs and trends
Additional Information
What is in it for you?
* Free car parking
* Employee benefits within the exclusive ALL Heartist Program, with worldwide discounts on accommodation and food & beverage, and Family & Friends discounts for those who mean the most to you.
* Endless opportunities to build your skills and expertise to help reach your career potential and personal goals, supported by the Accor Academy and extensive Learning Management Systems such as Learn Your Way and Typsy.
* Internal recognition events such as tenure milestones.
* Employee Assistance Program.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Hospitality
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