Executive Chef

Executive Chef 

Location: Adelaide South Australia

Join the team at Stamford Plaza Adelaide | Executive Chef

About Stamford Hotels and Resorts

Stamford Hotels and Resorts, a part of the Stamford Group, manages the Group’s portfolio of luxury premium hotels located in Australia. The hotel portfolio consists of nearly 1800 rooms and over 1000 employees. In addition to the hotels, the Stamford Group owns a portfolio of premium commercial office properties internationally and is involved in the development of high-end luxury residential units in Australia.

At Stamford Hotels and Resorts, we understand that our people are our greatest asset. We strive to retain, develop and reward passionate and success-orientated professionals at all levels. In our pursuit for excellence, we encourage entrepreneurial thinking, challenge the status quo and inculcate a sense of ownership while fostering an environment of transparency, collaboration, respect and integrity among our employees, business partners and the larger community.

About the role

Stamford Plaza Adelaide are seeking candidates with entrepreneurial flair, to drive our future culinary vision, who have a professional appetite to respectfully challenge the status quo. This unique opportunity is for someone who’s ready to fully utilise their culinary expertise to grow their professional career, by overseeing kitchen operations, leading and motivating a diverse team, from maintaining the flow of dishes to creating unique cuisine appropriate menu’s that challenge our competitors and delight our guests.

We seek a natural leader, who is comfortable training, directing and managing kitchen staff.

Core Functions of your role 

• Promote food safety by teaching the team about proper food storage and shelf-life
• Build and maintain core relationships with potential food suppliers and constantly check quality produce and costs
• Manage the kitchen's budget, controlling food costs, and minimising waste to maximise profitability
• Current and modern knowledge of trends in the Hotel’s restaurant, banquets and room service industry
• Developing and updating menus, including selecting ingredients, creating recipes, and ensuring variety and quality together with our Chef de Parties
• Oversee daily operations of the kitchen, including staff rostering, inventory management, and kitchen hygiene standards
• Hire, train, and manage kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants, to ensure a smooth operation
• Supervise the cooking process, ensure that dishes are prepared to the highest standards in terms of taste, presentation, and portion size
• Manage all aspects of food delivery within Stamford Plaza Adelaide’s venue and functions area’s

About You

If you have full Australian working rights and 5 years’ experience as an Executive Chef, who’s empowered by contribution, collaboration and by the personal fulfillment of delivering exceptional culinary experiences and possess the following:

• Adapt and resilient when faced with challenges, paired with a positive attitude, contributing to a harmonious work environment
• Strong organisational abilities for preparation, planning, and cost control
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skill, both with the team and our guests
• Demonstrated culinary experience in a multi outlet Hotel
• Current Food Safety Supervisor Certificate 
• Current valid Drivers Licence
• Proven ability to enforce WHS and maintain strict food hygiene standards
• Thorough knowledge and experience of volume production
• Demonstrated ability in Microsoft Word, Excel or equivalent 

Benefits & Perks

• Discounted meals and non-alcoholic beverages
• Supplied meals during allocated rostered shifts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Complementary dry-cleaning
• Career growth opportunities
• Complementary onsite car parking

How to Apply

If you have the experience, we'll give you the opportunity. Please submit a cover letter and resume. We thank you in advance for taking the time to apply for our exclusive role, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

No recruitment agencies please. 

Applications close: 22^nd May 2024

Stamford Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, covered under applicable law.

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