About Novotel Surfers Paradise…

Nestled amidst the beautiful Gold Coast beaches and thriving shopping, dining and nightlife of Australia’s Gold Coast, just 150 metres from beautiful Surfers Paradise beach, the hotel features 408 well-appointed rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, Restaurant, Blvd Café and bar, #On5, tennis courts, gymnasium and games room. Novotel Surfers Paradise also has dedicated Conference & Events facilities catering for up to 500 guests.

The role

As a Demi Chef in the Hotel’s kitchen brigade you’ll be responsible for assisting in the effective operation of the Kitchen and working in a team to provide quality and a high level of service to guests while adhering to Kitchen policies and procedures.

Now more than ever, its important you understand food hygiene and can stay up to date with our cleanliness standards. As well as growing and developing, we want YOU to have the passion to THRIVE in a fast paced Kitchen environment. This is a permanent part-time position with a guaranteed minimum of 30 hours.

What you’ll be doing:

• Food production in accordance with requirements whilst ensuring correct methods of cooking, consistency in product and quality
• Ensure the overall cleanliness and the health and safety aspects of the kitchen are maintained at all times
• Responsible for proper storage, labelling and use of all food supplies to prevent unnecessary spoilage and to maintain cost control
• Assist in the supervision of junior kitchen staff by providing instruction of duties
• Assist in the running of sections in the kitchen during the absence of the Chef De Partie

Our promise to you:

1. We will respect and value your background and perspectives
2. We will work together with integrity
3. We will share our incredible pride for job, company and industry

What we ask of you:

1. Bring passion to all that you do
2. Listen, move fast and think innovatively
3. Speak up, have ideas and share them
4. Believe in customer service, and treating every person with kindness

About you…

Qualifications and Experience:

• This is not just a workplace, it’s a place to innovate, a platform to bring your ideas to life, contribute to a sustainable future and best of all - be a part of an awesome team!
• You have a Certificate III or IV in Commercial Cookery
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role 
• Experience in all section preferable, including banquets, buffet and al la carte
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with great attention to detail
• Vibrant personality, professional and always well-presented
• A positive ‘can do’ attitude and the ability to work within a team environment
• You will have the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• HACCP compliance, food safety procedures and OH&S regulations
• Commitment to allergen protocols!
• Intermediate computer skills will be a requirement of this role
• Excellent knowledge of all kitchen procedures and operations
• Must hold current Australian work rights to be able to work a full-time roster.

So, when will you be joining us?

The Novotel brand is part of the Accor Group. As the global market leader, Accor Hotels offers a worldwide network of hospitality and tourism services, with a diverse portfolio of renowned brands. Just a few of the perks include:

• Ongoing career and professional development opportunities

• A rewarding work environment

• Global discounts on hotel accommodation & Food and Beverage

• What’s in it for you?