Butcher

Longpark Meat Co; Canberra; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift meals provided

Discounts on Hyatt facilities

Diversity and inclusion

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Hyatt Hotel Canberra is seeking a passionate chef to join a diverse, professional kitchen. You will contribute to high-profile events and luxury dining, bringing strong culinary skills and a commitment to quality.

The role focuses on supporting daily kitchen operations, preparing ingredients, following recipes for large banquets, maintaining cleanliness, and developing new dishes under the guidance of senior chefs.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in a la carte dining, preferably in hotels or fine dining.
• Strong culinary skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a passion for food.
• Demonstrated kitchen production qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, cooking and presentation of food items, following hotel's recipes and standards.
• Take responsibility for your specific section of the kitchen, managing the daily operations and ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste and presentation.
• Contribute to the creation and development of new dishes and menus, bringing innovative ideas and suggestions to the culinary team.
• Assisting in preparation of ingredients.
• Follow recipes and ensure consistency in food preparation for large-scale banquet events.
• To maintain the assigned station / section in a clean and orderly manner at all times.
• Cook and assemble dishes under the supervision of senior chefs.

Skills

Culinary skills

Fast-paced environment

Attention to detail

Guest service orientation

Education

Kitchen Production qualification

Commercial Cookery qualification

Job description

Description

About Hyatt

Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped us become one of the best, and fastest growing hospitality brands in the world. The addition of new hotels, brands, and business lines can open the door for exciting career and countless growth opportunities. It's not every day you get to be a part of a team that's making travel more human. Here, everyone's role matters and it is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job - it's a career for people who care.

Care Connects Us is our guiding principle

Care Connects Us is our guiding principle. It starts with people who genuinely care for one another and our guests. It's how we create a culture of warmth, empathy and respect, fostering meaningful connections and inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.

What you can expect

• Complimentary and discounted accommodation at Hyatt properties worldwide
• Access to complimentary shift meals and discounts for our Hotel gym facilities as well as all Food and Beverage outlets. Training and development opportunities with over 2000 online learning modules to support you career development.
• Being part of a diverse and inclusive team, passionate about their work.
• Career development and global opportunities with Hyatt.
• A supportive and collaborative team culture.
• The opportunity to work on some of Canberra's most prestigious events and with leading corporate, government and diplomatic clients.
• A workplace where your ideas are valued and your career can flourish.
• Above award wages.
• Access to our employee assistance program.

About Hyatt Hotel Canberra - A Park Hyatt Hotel

Hyatt Hotel Canberra is the capital's first hotel, ideally located in the heart of Canberra. Our heritage-listed property blends the timeless elegance of the 1920s with contemporary Art Deco design, offering 252 beautifully appointed rooms and suites. Traditional furnishings, picturesque garden views and modern technology combine to create a truly distinctive luxury experience.

As one of Canberra's premier event destinations, we host everything from elegant weddings and diplomatic receptions to major conferences and corporate celebrations, delivering exceptional experiences for every guest.

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and talented chef who wants to join a team that priorities diversity, inclusion in a professional and fun working environment.

Some of the responsibilities include

• Assist in food preparation, cooking and presentation of food items, following hotel's recipes and standards
• Take responsibility for your specific section of the kitchen, managing the daily operations and ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently
• Maintain high standards of food quality, taste and presentation.
• Contribute to the creation and development of new dishes and menus, bringing innovative ideas and suggestions to the culinary team.

Some of the responsibilities include

• Assisting in preparation of ingredients
• Follow recipes and ensure consistency in food preparation for large-scale banquet events.
• To maintain the assigned station / section in a clean and orderly manner at all times.
• Cook and assemble dishes under the supervision of senior chefs.

A successful candidate will have

• Recent experience in a la carte dining, preferably in hotels or fine dining.
• Strong culinary skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and a passion for food.
• Qualification in Kitchen Production
• Demonstrated in-depth skills and knowledge of kitchen operations
• Comprehensive knowledge of kitchen hygiene practices and occupational health and safety standards will be essential.
• A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast-paced customer service environment

A successful candidate will have

• Minimum 1 years work experience
• Experience in luxury international brands, highly regarded
• Qualification in Commercial Cookery
• Comprehensive knowledge of kitchen hygiene practices and occupational health and safety standards will be essential.
• A true desire to exceed guest expectations in a fast paced customer service environment

A career with Hyatt opens a world of opportunities. We provide stability and passion in discovering and developing emerging talent within the hospitality industry! We have continually been named one of the World's Best Multinational Workplaces.

Our values of Empathy, Experimentation, Wellbeing, Inclusion, Integrity and Respect are at the core of what we do. Our family atmosphere is what keeps our associates highly engaged.

To get a peek of how our colleagues experience the brand, check out #InAHyattWorld or #WorldofHyatt

Location: AU-CT-Canberra

Organization: Hyatt Hotel Canberra

Job Level: Part-time

Job: Culinary

Req ID: CAN

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