Sous Chef - voco Brisbane

EVT Connect Hospitality; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Staff discounts across Vista/Hospitali

Accommodation discounts

Job summary

Vista Hospitality Group seeks a passionate Sous Chef to join the creative culinary team at voco Brisbane City Centre. You will contribute to and develop your professional culinary career in a dynamic hotel environment.

You will manage food operation, supervise kitchen staff, assist with menu planning, inventory, and cost controls, and work with the executive chef to achieve company goals. We offer growth within Vista and IHG networks, staff discounts, and a positive culture.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role - knowledge of a la carte, buffet and banquet operation.
• 5+ years' experience in hotel/restaurant kitchen operation.
• High standards in relation to food safety.
• Passion for hospitality and making genuine human connections.
• Ability to learn and use new systems.
• High energy level and passion for achieving superior results.
• Detail oriented and able to multitask with good communication.
• Thrive under pressure and adapt to new situations.
• Pride in personal presentation.
• Desire to develop hospitality career.

Responsibilities

• Direct & manage food operation and collaborate with the executive chef.
• Oversee and supervise kitchen staff.
• Assist Executive chef for overall kitchen operation to achieve company goals.
• Assist designing unique food menus as per hotel operation.
• Assist with menu planning, inventory and management of supplies.
• Plan and execute food production operation.
• Approach work with a cost effective and control measure mindset.
• Ensure food is of a high standard - both design and taste.
• Order food supplies for kitchen.
• Keep stations clean and comply with food safety standards.
• Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Schedule and roster staff shifts as per business demand.
• Train new employees.
• Liaise with other departments in a professional manner.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food production

Menu planning

Staff supervision

Food safety compliance

Communication skills

Tech savvy

Job description

In 2022 Vista Hospitality Group opened two new hotels in Brisbane CBD. The first to open wasvocoBrisbane City Centre which offers 194 guest rooms, 11 meetings rooms, 2 F&B outlets, a Fitness Centre & Rooftop Pool. Soon to follow was the Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centrewith 212-rooms and the incredible new Izakaya Publico Restaurant and Bar 1603.

The hotels are managed and operated by Vista Hospitality Group a new business within the Australasian hospitality sector, that offers a suite of resources and operational advantages, uniquely tailored for owners and partners.

What You'll Do

At voco everyone's a host. If there’s one thing we know, it’s that a great host is at the heart of every great stay. And it might be stating the obvious, but at home or in a hotel, we think the trick to being a great host is understanding what your guests want and when they want it. Knowing when to add those little touches and small thoughtful gestures that make every stay special and when to take a step back. For this we need a passionate and experienced Sous Chefto join our creative culinary team, where you will have the opportunity to contribute and develop your professional culinary career.

• Direct & manage food operation and collaborate with the executive chef.
• Oversee and supervise kitchen staff.
• Assist Executive chef for overall kitchen operation to achieve company goals.
• Assist designing unique food menus as per hotel operation.
• Assist with menu planning, inventory and management of supplies.
• Plan and execute food production operation.
• Approach work with a cost effective and control measure mindset.
• Ensure food is of a high standard - both design and taste.
• Order food supplies for kitchen.
• Keep stations clean and comply with food safety standards.
• Monitor and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Schedule and roster staff shifts as per business demand.
• Train new employees.
• Liaise with other departments in a professional manner.

What You Bring

• Previous experience in a similar role - knowledge of a la carte, buffet and banquet operation.
• 5+ years' experience in hotel/restaurant kitchen operation.
• High standards in relation to food safety.
• You have a passion for all things hospitality and love making genuine human connections.
• Tech savvy - ability to learn and use new systems!
• You have a high energy level and a passion for achieving superior results.
• You are detail oriented and able to effectively multitask with great communication skills.
• You thrive under pressure and are flexible when adapting to new situations.
• You take pride in personal presentation.
• You have a passion to develop your hospitality career.

In Return We Offer

• Career growth opportunities throughout the Vista Hospitality Group.
• Food & Beverage and Accommodation discounts across the Vista Hospitality Group.
• Fantastic International colleague accommodation and F&B discounts throughout IHG Hotels (Worldwide).
• A steadfast commitment to creating a positive staff culture.
• And many more perks of being part of the Vista and IHG network.

At Vista Hospitality we strongly believe in developing our own colleagues and promoting from within, so the opportunities are boundless for those that are passionate and deliver. If you are ready to be part of the VistaFamily, then we would love to hear from you!

We thank all interested parties in advance for their applications. However, only successful applicants will be contacted. Vista Hospitality Group is an equal opportunities employer with a zero tolerance to discrimination, harassment or any type of behaviours that are contrary to providing a safe, inclusive & respectful environment for all.