Executive Chef at Minor International

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Menu engineering, Culinary leadership, Spanish cuisine, Fine dining, Kitchen management, HACCP implementation, Cost control, Team recruitment, Staff training, Inventory management, Waste management, Strategic planning, Brand positioning, Food safety compliance, Operational excellence, Stakeholder management

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Company Description As part of Minor Hotels’ continued growth in the region, NH Collection is launching in Australasia with a striking new luxury property in Sydney, bringing refined European hospitality, elevated design and world‑class service to one of the region’s most dynamic cities. Joining Minor means you become a partner in a diverse, expanding global organisation with limitless opportunities to thrive and achieve. Minor International includes three key business units: Minor Hotels, Minor Food, and Minor Lifestyle. Minor Hotels is an international hotel owner, operator and investor, currently with a diverse portfolio of over 560 properties. Through our Anantara, Avani, Elewana, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow and TIVOLI properties, Minor Hotels operates in 50+ countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe and South America. Job Description We are seeking an exceptional Executive Chef to lead the culinary vision, pre-opening delivery and ongoing operational excellence of NH Collection Sydney's Spanish fine dining restaurant and SEEN Rooftop Bar. This is a rare opportunity to shape a world-class dining destination from the ground up. As Executive Chef, you will define the culinary identity, build and inspire a high-performance brigade, and position the venue as one of Australia’s most exciting Spanish gastronomic experiences. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in launching and establishing a landmark hospitality offering within the NH Collection portfolio. Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of menu engineering, with complete creative control to design, develop, and evolve the menu from inception. Define the culinary narrative, including dish creation, tastings, costings, and presentation standards. Oversee all food offerings across the Spanish fine dining restaurant, SEEN Rooftop Bar, and in‑room dining. Drive all culinary pre‑opening activities, including kitchen design input, equipment commissioning, and HACCP implementation. Design kitchen workflows, SOPs, and operational frameworks to support a premium dining experience. Recruit, train, and lead a high‑performing kitchen brigade. Deliver consistent five‑star culinary execution across all services. Create signature dishes that define the venue and elevate the guest experience. Manage food and labour costs with strong commercial discipline. Implement best‑in‑class inventory control, portioning, and waste management practices. Build and manage strategic supplier partnerships, with a focus on premium Spanish and local Australian produce. Collaborate with Marketing to support culinary storytelling, brand positioning, and launch activity. Represent the venue through media, PR, and industry engagements. Contribute to establishing the restaurant as a must‑visit dining destination in Sydney. Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and regulatory requirements. Implement and uphold NH Collection operational standards and governance processes. Qualifications Experience & Background Accomplished Executive Chef or senior culinary leader ready to lead a flagship opening. Strong experience in high‑end Spanish or Mediterranean dining, including Michelin‑starred or equivalent environments. Proven capability delivering pre‑openings or major concept launches. Confident, creative culinary leader with strong commercial and cost discipline. Inspirational people leader with a track record of building high‑performing teams. Deep commitment to authenticity, premium ingredients, and elevated guest experiences. Additional Information At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you’ll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance: Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Company Location: NH Collection Sydney

Responsibilities

The Executive Chef will lead the culinary vision and operational launch of a new Spanish fine dining restaurant and rooftop bar. Responsibilities include menu development, kitchen workflow design, team leadership, and ensuring high-quality execution across all dining services.