Executive Chef

Backed by industry leading hoteliers - Hotel Jardin looms as one of the most exciting projects on the Gold Coast. The Gold Coast is one of the most beautiful and most popular stretches of coast in Australia. Situated only 2 minutes from the beach, Hotel Jardin offers an amazing mix of restaurant, bar and rooftop for locals and tourists alike. The newly completed 3 level Hotel & Bar will undoubtedly become one of Gold Cast most iconic locations.

Our ideal Executive/Head Chef:

• A career professional with experience in staff management
• A leader that can train and motivate and build a kitchen team
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers
• Genuine commitment to a successful career in hospitality 
• A friendly, enthusiastic, and positive can-do attitude 
• Maintaining and exceeding overall minimum standards 
• Thrives under pressure 
• A team player
• Creative flair and excellent presentation skills

 What will you bring to the table?

• Proficiency in menu costing and ability to control and minimize wastage
• Constructing menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings (Experience in Japanese & Sth East Asian a bonus)
• Significant experience in large-scale events and functions
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Strong understanding of rostering and costing 
• Implement and manage stock control, ordering, and checking of deliveries 
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS) 
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop, support, and mentor the team
• Ability to produce high quality meals in a fast-paced environment 
• Strong compliance focus
• A commitment to achieving outstanding sales results
• Ability to engage with the local community

Interested?
Sound like you? Then click “Apply” and submit your current CV and cover letter.

Your application will include the following questions:

How many years' experience do you have as an Executive Chef?

Do you have experience with menu planning & costing?

Do you have experience preparing work rosters?

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