About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Chef de Cuisine to be a true culinary partner in leading a multi-venue operation, curating an Australian coastal–inspired food offering driven by local flavours, seasonal produce, and a strong sustainability mindset. You will lead from the front — executing the vision, setting standards, developing people, and driving consistency — while working closely with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee kitchen operations across a multi-venue environment, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality food across all outlets.
- Execute the culinary vision with passion, precision, and a strong attention to detail while maintaining an approachable dining style.
- Personally perform key culinary tasks while leading shifts and setting the standard through hands-on leadership.
- Build and sustain a positive, professional kitchen culture founded on trust, respect, accountability, and pride.
- Drive ownership at all levels — holding yourself and others accountable for performance, behaviour, and results.
- Recognise strong performance, address issues early, and foster an environment where young talent can grow and succeed.
- Deliver exceptional guest satisfaction by maintaining daily quality standards and actively engaging with guests to gather feedback.
- Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders including Front Office, Food & Beverage, Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, and broader hotel leadership to support business objectives.
- Maintain a strong partnership with the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef to ensure alignment across all culinary operations.
- Support the planning and execution of culinary goals, including labour management, cost control, and productivity.
- Estimate daily production and align staffing levels with business demand using the labour management system.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen operational efficiency and commercial performance.
- Identify development needs within the team and actively coach, mentor, and train associates to elevate skill and performance.
- Uphold strict HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and brand requirements.
- Ensure associates are trained in safety procedures and food handling practices at all times.
Requirements
- Experienced Chef de Cuisine
Skills
- Culinary excellence
- Commercial outcomes
- HACCP
- Food safety
- Hygiene standards
- Safety procedures
- Food handling practices
Location
- Sydney Harbour
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Experienced
Benefits
- Exclusive associate discounts on food, beverage, and hotel accommodation across Marriott International properties for you, your family, and friends.
- Access to internationally recognised training programs, strategic development pathways, and long-term career opportunities within Marriott International.
- Genuine care for associates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program.
About the Company
- Inspired by the Sydney lifestyle and surrounded by some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, Pier One Sydney Harbour offers approachable, refined dining within a contemporary lifestyle hotel setting.
- At the core of everything we do is a commitment to locally sourced produce, high standards, and genuine hospitality.
- The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences.
- Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today’s traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure.
- All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer.
- The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest.
- In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International.
- Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
Equal Opportunity
- At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity.
- We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.
- Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates.
- We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
