Head Chef — Modern Asian Kitchen Leader

Novotel Hotels; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

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Job summary

Novotel Perth Murray Street, part of the Accor Group, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our Miss Mi kitchen, driving quality and a guest-focused food experience in a high-volume setting. Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, you will own the kitchen and set the standard across all food production.

You will mentor a diverse brigade, deliver contemporary Asian-inspired cuisine, and manage food cost while upholding brand standards in a vibrant Perth hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a high-volume hotel or restaurant environment.
• Strong experience in modern Asian cuisine with ability to deliver contemporary menus.
• Demonstrated financial acumen, including managing food cost, margins, and kitchen performance.
• Good understanding of food safety, compliance, and WHS requirements.
• Genuine passion for developing and leading high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations, driving quality and consistency for a contemporary guest-focused food experience.
• Lead from the front, mentoring and developing a diverse kitchen brigade.
• Deliver modern, contemporary Asian-inspired cuisine across outlets and events.
• Manage food cost, stock control and supplier relationships while maintaining brand standards.
• Collaborate with leadership on menus, activations and guest experience; support high-volume conferences and events.

Job description

Novotel Perth Murray Street, part of the Accor Group, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our Miss Mi kitchen, driving quality and a guest-focused food experience in a high-volume setting. Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage, you will own the kitchen and set the standard across all food production.

You will mentor a diverse brigade, deliver contemporary Asian-inspired cuisine, and manage food cost while upholding brand standards in a vibrant Perth hotel environment.