Executive Chef

Join Our Culinary Leadership Team at Stamford Plaza Brisbane
Position: Executive Chef
Location: Stamford Plaza Brisbane

Stamford Plaza Brisbane is seeking a passionate, driven, and creative Executive Chef to lead and inspire our talented kitchen team across multiple outlets including our restaurants, bars, room service, and conference & event spaces.

This is an exciting hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone ready to bring innovation to the plate while maintaining the exceptional quality and high standards Stamford is known for. Reporting to the General Manager and as a key member of the management team, you will be accountable for the performance of Kitchen from finance to products and service perspective.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a dedicated kitchen brigade across all culinary operations
• Have full creative control over menu design, planning, and innovation
• Oversee all food preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency and excellence
• Maintain and enforce hygiene and safety standards in accordance with HACCP
• Manage food costs, stock control, and departmental budgets
• Coordinate day-to-day operations across restaurant, in-room dining, and banquets
• Drive team engagement and foster a culture of continuous development
• Collaborate with other department leaders including Food & Beverage, Events, and Sales & Marketing
• Identify and respond to current food trends and customer expectations
• Actively participate in food and beverage marketing initiatives and promotions

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven success as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a multi-outlet hotel or similar environment
• Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring abilities
• A passion for culinary creativity and customer satisfaction
• In-depth understanding of food cost management, wastage control, and labour planning
• A commitment to team training, development, and succession planning
• Knowledge of environmental and food safety compliance standards
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative leadership style

Why Join Stamford Plaza Brisbane?

• Be part of a prestigious hotel group with a supportive executive team
• Work with a committed and talented kitchen brigade
• Opportunity to put your stamp on an iconic property’s culinary direction
• Access to development and career growth within Stamford Hotels and Resorts
• Employee benefits including meal discounts, accommodation offers, and recognition programs

How to Apply:

If you’re a passionate Executive Chef looking for your next leadership challenge and an opportunity to showcase your creativity and strategic ability in a premium hotel environment – apply now!

Stamford Hotels and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The successful applicant must hold or be willing to obtain a National Police Clearance and be fully Covid vaccinated.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.