Executive Chef

Accor is the world’s largest and fastest-growing hotel group with a network of more than 5000 properties in over 100 countries. Pullman & Mercure Brisbane King George Square is a large vibrant 438 room twin towered hotel which acts as a sanctuary for leisure and business travellers as well as a place to be with our external facing Venues. Located opposite King George Square, City Hall and ideally situated in the heart of Brisbane CBD the hotel has some of the largest conference spaces in Brisbane incorporating 2 ballrooms.

The hotel also features some amazing and extremely popular externally facing venues including Goldfinch Restaurant and Street Café, Sixteen Antlers Rooftop Bar as well as internal facing KG Bar, Expresso Bar and our Executive Lounge. 

Reporting to the Portfolio General Manager for Capitaland Hotels, the role will oversee the overall operation of the hotel as well as champion guest and team experience.

You will have full autonym, with the support of Heads of Department, for driving engagement with guests, visitors, colleagues and the community. 

Job Description

We are currently seeking an Executive Chef to lead our talented team. In this role, you will report directly to the hotel manager, demonstrating the ability to effectively manage priorities and maintain composure during times of challenge.

Your main responsibilities are:

• A passion for people & the ability to create an inspiring team environment
• Guest centric focus, creating the best experiences for our guest at every opportunity
• Dedication to the craft of Culinary delivery
• Understanding of local guest expectations, produce & trends when menu planning
• Leading & mentoring a team to delivery across the property venues
• Maintain excellent presentation standards & cost controls for all outlets

• Maintain & implement programs to ensure high standards of cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen and related outlets
• Researching, recommend & liaise with Hotel Manager regarding procedures to improve the overall efficiency of the department.
• Prepare and submit capex proposals as required

Qualifications

Your skills & experience include: 

• A trade qualification
• At least 3 years leading a brigade of chefs
• Conference & Events experience
• Experience in leading a team
• Exceptional communication skills
• Exceptional organisational skills as well as the ability to multitask.
• A hands on approach to solving problems

Additional Information

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

• We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote 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. 

Benefits Your Way:

• Access to the best coffee intown with our Goldfinch Street Café
• Parking
• Duty Meals
• Dry-cleaning
• Access to Accor team benefits, including global discount's on accommodation and food & beverage. 
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The opportunity to grow and progress your career with Australia’s largest hospitality employer – Accor 

Accor has a strong focus on ensuring all of its people feel welcome and feel valued.

Additionally, our Hotel team are a great mix of fun, friendly and industry experts making this a great team to be part of.