Job Description As Executive Chef, you will oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation while fostering a positive and productive team culture.
You will lead the culinary vision, innovate menus, and work closely with senior leaders to deliver a seamless and memorable guest experience.
This role requires a balance of creativity, operational discipline, and strong leadership—perfect for a chef who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
About the Role Hands-on leadership in daily kitchen operations, with active engagement and support for the team.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of chefs and kitchen porters to deliver consistent, high-quality service.
Create, innovate and execute menus, plan dishes, and develop recipes.
Manage food and labour costs, oversee budgeting, and maintain robust cost-control practices.
Monitor stock levels, manage supplier relationships, and ensure accurate inventory control.
Maintain and enforce high standards of food safety, hygiene, and workplace compliance.
Drive efficiency and operational excellence while maintaining creativity, flavour, and presentation standards.
Work closely with the General Manager and all teams to ensure seamless service and exceptional guest satisfaction.
Qualifications Previous similar experience in a high-energy, fast-paced kitchen environment.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and guide culinary teams.
Extensive culinary expertise, creativity, and a passion for delivering bold flavours and beautifully plated dishes.




Solid understanding of budgeting, cost control, labour planning, and financial management.
Excellent communication, time management, and organisational skills.
Proven knowledge of food safety regulations, HACCP, and health compliance standards.
Food Safety Supervisor Certification.
Full Australian work rights.
Additional Information What we offer Free on-site car park Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor hotels worldwide.
Develop your talent through Accor's learning programs.
Chance to grow within your property and across the world!
Ability to contribute to the community and make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) activities.
Our Commitment To Diversity Inclusion We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
Any opportunity within our community to adapt and develop our processes to embrace others is encouraged.
"Why work for Accor? We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor's limitless possibilities. By joining Accor, every chapter of your story is yours to write and together we can imagine tomorrow's hospitality. Discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit / Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS"

📌 Executive Chef (Melbourne)
🏢 AccorHotel
📍 Melbourne