Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley is currently looking for a Full Time Head Chef to join our team.
You'll have ambition, talent and obviously, some key skills. Because, for this vital role, we're looking for someone who is a truly exceptional professional who is passionate about food and delivering a superior guest experience.
Working closely with the team you will be responsible for the daily operations of our Kitchen Operations for our outlets including Gazebo Restaurant, Harvest Restaurant and Bar, In-Room Dinning as well as Conferencing & Events.
Our environment is fast paced and it's all about working with the Food & Beverage team to create amazing experiences for our guests! Our Meeting & Events operation is unique and diverse so if you're looking for a role that will give your exposure to Day Meetings, Gala Dinners, Weddings and Special Social Events then this is the role for you!
As the leader of the team you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the daily operations, assisting with menu creations, maintaining food costs, training and mentoring junior chefs & apprentices and maintaining strict hygiene standards.
What you'll be doing
Oversee all kitchen operations including restaurant, banquets and stewarding
Lead, mentor and develop a large culinary team
Design and deliver innovative, high-quality menus across all outlets
Manage food costs, budgets,



stock control and supplier relationships
Ensure all food safety, HACCP and WHS standards are met
Partner with key departments to deliver seamless events and guest experiences
Drive consistency, quality and presentation across all food offerings
What we're looking for
Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef
Experience in a hotel environment would be highly advantegous
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams
Solid financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting and cost control
Passion for delivering exceptional food and guest experiences
Strong knowledge of food safety and kitchen operations
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-outlet environment
What you can expect from us
We give our people everything they need to succeed, including a competitive salary and benefits designed to support your best work life:
Global hotel discounts across IHG Hotels & Resorts
Career development and industry-leading training opportunities
Complimentary duty meals and full uniform
A supportive, inclusive and values-driven culture
At IHG, we live and breathe True Hospitality - being caring, confident, attentive and responsive in everything we do. We're committed to creating an setting where everyone feels they belong, can grow, and make a meaningful difference.
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