Come and work with the Cottage Kitchen and Majestic Hotels, South Australia's largest boutique, locally owned and operated accommodation group comprising of six properties located throughout Adelaide, North Adelaide and regional South Australia.

Majestic Hotels will be opening a new concept restaurant ‘Cottage Kitchen’ in North Adelaide adjacent to Majestic M Suites. At Cottage Kitchen, we exist to weave the rich tapestry of family, history, and North Adelaide’s charm into every dish we serve. Through quality, sustainability, and community, we aim to create memorable experiences that celebrate the joys of friends, family and food. Focusing on locally sourced and sustainably produced South Australian products for our Restaurant, the Sous Chef will assist and help create those shared moments of community over flavourful food. The intrigue and interest of the food and beverage flows through to the space being a cleverly converted North Adelaide heritage cottage with a beautifully thoughtful interior.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and professional Sous Chef to join the Majestic Food and Beverage management team in the final stages of the setup and launch of the ‘Cottage Kitchen’, with the future potential of assisting our sister property Culshaw’s Restaurant and Nandina Function Rooms.

We are looking for an individual with a forward-thinking eye for detail, experience, execution and to assist in leading the team into the future. Someone that oozes professionalism, is reliable and has a progressive and creative mind. As Sous Chef you will maintain an efficient, professional and profitable operation with maximum quality and presentation of product to all customers. The successful candidate will have an entrepreneurial spirit, a willingness to challenge the status quo, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. An excellent communicator, you will thrive on working with multiple stakeholders and delivering exceptional standards in a fast-paced environment.

If you are an individual that wishes to contribute to an empowered,



collaborative, respectful and highly valued team environment, to deliver outstanding food to your guests – this is the role for you. You will bring your own personality to the role along with a natural alignment to the company’s values.

Responsibilities will include:

- Assisting the Head Chef in overseeing the kitchen operations with a view to achieving the highest possible standards of food production
- Managing aspects of food delivery and execution throughout both venues of Majestic Hotels
- Assisting the Head Chef with seasonal menu development and production
- Leading, motivating and training chefs in your team
- Managing protected use, storage and maintenance of all kitchen equipment
- Strict monitoring of COGS, negotiating with suppliers, providing cost breakdowns to the Board as required, and monitoring waste.
- Enforcing WHS and strict food hygiene standards – HACAAP

Skills & Experience

- A passion for cooking and delivering to the highest exacting standards
- Proven experience as a Sous Chef in a fast-paced multi-faceted environment
- Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team, and instil a culture of accountability
- Proficiency in devising and pricing menus, considering the brand, global culinary trends, ethical and sustainable produce
- Excellent communication and administrative skills
- Ability to work calmly under pressure with competing priorities
- An understanding of financial parameters including food and labour expenses
- High levels of commitment to WHS, hygiene and food safety

Benefits

- Car park
- Involved in development of new restaurant concept
- Assist the Head Chef in building your own team
- Competitive Salary

For further information or to request a position description please email [email protected].

If you are a driven team player looking to succeed in a culture of empowerment and accountability, apply now! (via the Seek platform only)

Applications to: (must include covering letter & resume)

Emilee Moore
Group Food & Beverage Manager
Majestic Hotels

Applications close: Monday 30th September 2024

📌 Sous Chef (North Adelaide)
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