Executive Chef at IHG Career

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary leadership, Menu design, Food cost management, Budgeting, Stock control, Supplier relationships, Food safety, HACCP, WHS standards, Team mentoring, Event management, Kitchen operations, Financial acumen, Forecasting, Staff development

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Executive Chef Lead, inspire and elevate our culinary experience Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Mountains, Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley is set across 8 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens, offering guests a unique blend of relaxation, events and premium dining. We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Executive Chef to lead our kitchen operations across outlets, conferences and events. This is your opportunity to drive creativity, lead a high-performing team and deliver exceptional guest experiences. 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 environment where everyone feels they belong, can grow, and make a meaningful difference. Don’t quite meet every requirement but believe you’d be a great fit? We’d still love to hear from you. Hit Apply and start your journey with us today.

Responsibilities

The Executive Chef will oversee all kitchen operations, including restaurants and banquets, while leading and mentoring a large culinary team. They are responsible for designing innovative menus, managing budgets, and ensuring strict adherence to food safety and WHS standards.