Sous Chef - Mr Good Guy (ibis Styles Hobart)

ibis, ibis Styles, ibis budget; Hobart; In loco; AUD 70.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

All Heartist discounts

Family discounts

ALL loyalty program

Training platform

Team environment

Service milestones

Descrizione del lavoro

ibis Styles Hobart is seeking a full-time Sous Chef to lead a diverse culinary team in our busy kitchen. Working with the Head Chef, you will oversee food preparation, ensure high standards, and drive guest satisfaction through creative and consistent dishes.

You will mentor junior chefs, manage food costs, uphold HACCP and safety, and collaborate with hotel departments to deliver memorable dining experiences. This role requires flexibility across seven days and a passion for hospitality.

Competenze

• Experience leading a kitchen in a fast-paced hotel or restaurant.
• Certificate III Commercial Cookery or equivalent.
• Leads and develops a high-performing kitchen team.
• Strong coaching and mentoring abilities.
• Creative menu development with cost awareness.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to food safety and HACCP standards.
• Ability to manage food and labour costs.

Mansioni

• Lead a diverse culinary team alongside Head Chef.
• Supervise kitchen operations during prep and service.
• Ensure dishes are prepared and presented to high standards.
• Monitor quality, freshness, and portion control.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation compliance.
• Assist with inventory, ordering and cost management.
• Contribute to menu development and costing.
• Cover Head Chef in their absence and lead daily ops.
• Stay current with industry trends and concepts.
• Collaborate with hotel teams to deliver memorable dining.

Conoscenze

Leadership experience

People management

Culinary creativity

Attention to food costs

Food safety HACCP

Communication skills

7-day flexibility

Formazione

Certificate III Commercial Cookery

Descrizione del lavoro

“Hospitality is a work of Heart”

Company Description

“Hospitality is a work of Heart” At ibis Styles Hobart, we believe great hospitality starts with great people. Located in the heart of Hobart, the 296-room ibis Styles Hobart is Tasmania's largest hotel and is a short walk from Hobart's iconic waterfront and Salamanca Market. Home to the award-winning Mr Good Guy, our restaurant brings together the bold flavours of South-East Asia with a fun, energetic dining experience that has become a favourite among locals and visitors alike. We are seeking a full-time Sous Chef. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate chef who is ready to take the next step in their career, contribute to a high-performing kitchen, and help create memorable experiences for our guests.

Join us, and become a Heartist®

Job Description

• Working alongside our Head Chef, to lead a diverse culinary team, delivering exceptional food and memorable dining experiences for every guest
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen operations during food preparation and service to ensure efficiency and consistency
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented to the highest standards, reflecting the Mr Good Guy brand
• Monitor kitchen performance to maintain food quality, freshness, consistency, and portion control
• Train, mentor, and develop junior chefs and kitchen team members to foster a positive and high-performing culture
• Maintain compliance with food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards, ensuring a safe working environment for both team members and guests
• Assist with inventory management, stock control, and food cost management to support business performance
• Contribute to menu development, recipe creation, and costings while bringing fresh ideas and creativity to the kitchen
• Take ownership of kitchen operations in the Head Chef's absence, including rostering, ordering, supplier relationships, and daily operational leadership
• Staying up to date with industry trends, techniques, and emerging food concepts to continually enhance the guest experience
• Collaborating with the wider hotel team to deliver exceptional service and support memorable guest experiences across the business

Qualifications

What we are looking for…

• Previous experience as a Sous Chef or senior culinary leader in a fast-paced restaurant or hotel environment, with Asian cuisine experience highly regarded
• Relevant culinary qualifications (minimum Certificate III Commercial Cookery)
• A natural leader who inspires, develops, and motivates others through a hand-on, lead-by-example approach
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills, with a genuine passion for helping team members grow and succeed
• Creativity, commercial awareness, and a keen interest in menu development, food innovation, and emerging culinary trends
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships across the kitchen and wider hotel team
• A positive, proactive attitude with the energy and drive to thrive in a dynamic hospitality environment
• Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP requirements
• Demonstrated ability to manage food costs, labour costs, inventory, and kitchen budgets
• Calm and resilient under pressure, with the ability to maintain high standards and positive team morale during busy service periods
• Flexibility to work across 7 days a week in breakfast, lunch and dinner operations as required

You must have working rights in Australia

Additional Information

What is in it for you?

• ALL Heartist Membership - Take advantage of discounts on accommodation and food & beverage worldwide!
• Family & Friends Discounts - Available on a range of accommodation, services and events for those who mean the most to you
• Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Loyalty Program - Earn status & reward points on your worldwide stays
• “Learn Your Way” with a sophisticated modern training platform, which offers a constantly expanding database of free, industry focused training
• Be part of a dynamic hotel environment with a supportive and fun team
• Recognition of service anniversaries and Accor Tenure Milestones.