About the Role
We are seeking a Casual Demi Chef to join our dynamic kitchen team in Sydney, Australia. This role involves preparing high-quality dishes while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and presentation, offering flexibility and the opportunity to develop culinary skills in a fast-paced, professional kitchen environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes and culinary standards under the guidance of the head chef
- Maintain impeccable kitchen hygiene and food safety protocols at all times
- Organise and manage mise en place to ensure efficient kitchen operations
- Assist with food presentation and plating to meet organisational standards
- Collaborate effectively with kitchen team members to support service delivery
- Manage inventory awareness and contribute to stock control procedures
- Maintain and care for kitchen equipment and workspace cleanliness
- Support menu development initiatives and contribute creative culinary ideas
- Adapt to changing priorities and work efficiently during peak service periods
- Comply with all health, safety, and food handling regulations
Requirements
- Proven culinary training or equivalent practical kitchen experience
- Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards
- Proficiency in knife skills and fundamental cooking techniques
- Solid understanding of kitchen operations and workflow
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities
- Strong people skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Physical stamina and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexibility and adaptability to casual working arrangements
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality food preparation
- Food handling certification or equivalent qualification
- Experience in A la carte dining, hotel operations, banquets, fine dining or specialised cuisine
- Knowledge of dietary requirements and allergen awareness
Skills
- Knife skills
- Fundamental cooking techniques
- Food safety
- Hygiene standards
- Kitchen operations
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Attention to detail
Location
- Sydney, Australia
Work Type
- Casual
Education Level
- Culinary training or equivalent practical kitchen experience
- Food handling certification or equivalent qualification
Benefits
- The opportunity to Work Your Way across Accor’s globally recognised brands while being part of one of Australia’s flagship hotel properties
- A vibrant and supportive working environment located in the heart of the iconic Darling Harbour precinct
- An annual “Staycation” experience to celebrate each year of your service with us
- Exclusive global discounts on accommodation, dining, and experiences across Accor hotels worldwide
About the Company
- Accor is a world-leading hospitality group with over 5,000 properties across more than 110 countries.
- More than just a global brand, Accor is a community of over 260,000 hospitality professionals who place people at the heart of everything we do - driven by a passion for exceptional service, innovation, and limitless career opportunities.
- Novotel & ibis Sydney on Darling Harbour form one of Accor’s flagship hotel complexes in the Pacific region.
- Perfectly positioned in the heart of Darling Harbour and surrounded by some of Sydney’s most iconic attractions, restaurants, and entertainment precincts.
- Operating within one of Australia’s busiest hospitality precincts, Novotel & ibis Sydney on Darling Harbour are renowned for delivering exceptional guest experiences through quality service, contemporary accommodation, vibrant food and beverage offerings, and large-scale conferencing and events facilities.
Equal Opportunity
- We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.
- We offer reasonable adjustments to support you.
- If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.
