Head Chef
Job No:
STAM2022190602
Location:
Brisbane
Stamford Plaza, one of Brisbane's finest five-star hotels, is currently looking for a talented, dedicated and experienced Head Chef to lead our new signature restaurant, La Boca Bar & Grill!
About Us
Perfectly located on the banks of the river and a stones throw to the Botanic Gardens, the Stamford Plaza is Brisbane’s finest 5 Star luxury Hotel and the flagship for Stamford Hotels & Resorts. Our unique location is second to none in the Brisbane market, with all 252 guest rooms featuring stunning river views. The Hotel houses eight magnificent function rooms used to hold an array of Corporate, Special Events & Weddings and additionally hosts a variety of busy food and beverage outlets. To find out more about us and to see what we have to offer please visit our website: www.stamford.com.au/spb.
About the Role
This position is responsible for a wide range of kitchen operations in La Boca Bar & Grill. This is a unique, hands on position that is suitable for someone who is excited by the prospect of Argentinian flavours to Brisbane while motivating and leading an exceptional team of qualified chefs and kitchen stewards.
Reporting to the Executive Chef, this role is responsible for consistently delivering exceptional food experiences for our guests. As our La Boca Head chef, this role also encompasses an administrative component to support the busy operations that includes effective rostering of employees, ordering of stock, development and costing of menus. The successful candidate will have demonstrated people management capabilities with the natural passion and desire to coach, mentor, grow and lead a diverse multicultural team.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Experience in Argentinian Grilling and Cuisine
- Experience in successfully managing the kitchen operations.
- hotel or similar medium sized operation;
- Hands on approach to running the restaurant
- Experience in mentoring, coaching and leading a team
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a natural ability to effectively communicate to a wide diverse audience;
- Demonstrated ability to plan, priorities and organise your varying work load;
- A strong understanding of food cost, wastage, budgeting and manning;
- Thorough understanding around kitchen hygiene practices, environmental and food safety standards;
- Maintain HACCP certification and ensure physical and administrative compliance
- Proactively interact with guest
- Knowledgeable about food trends
Skills and Experience
- An Australian recognised Trade or relevant qualification in Commercial Cookery
- Previous experience of at least two year in Argentinian cuisine and in similar lead role.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen
- Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
- Team Player
- Ability to work on rotating shifts across 7 days
- A proactive approach to system improvements
- Knowledge of HACCP and relevant food safety accreditation
Culture and Benefits
Our 'Knight's Head' Logo is conceived from our founder Sir Stamford's family crest and symbolises the core values that unify all members of our company. We believe our people are our greatest asset and we therefore strive to reward, retain and develop passionate and success-orientated professionals at all levels. As a team member with us you can expect to receive;
- Food & beverage discounts in all F&B outlets within the Hotels
- Free staff meals
- Uniforms and laundry
We thank you in advance for your interest in this position, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
The successful applicant must hold or be willing to obtain a National Police Clearance and will be required to participate in vaccination prior to commencement
Stamford Hotels and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer