Demi Chef - Conference & Events

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Demi Chef - Conference & Events at Sofitel Melbourne On Collins is a full time onsite role in Melbourne’s city centre offering the chance to craft lavish buffets and elaborate menus for our 12 venue spaces, including the Grand Ballroom. You’ll interpret event orders, brainstorm new items, and train Commis Chefs and apprentices while upholding Sofitel brand standards, HACCP guidelines, hygiene and stock control. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in a 5 star environment, proven training ability, strong time management, and the resilience to work a rotating roster. To apply, tailor your CV to luxury hotel experience, include culinary certificates, show large event work and teamwork, confirm Australian work rights, and share your ambition for progression toward management with Accor Heartist benefits and a CBD location.

Company Description

Sofitel Melbourne On Collins stands as the pinnacle of luxury in the heart of Melbourne's vibrant city center. Combining French elegance with modern luxury, we offer unparalleled experiences for our guests, from exquisite dining to immersive cultural events.

Experience unparalleled luxury at the prestigious Paris End of Collins, nestled in the heart of Melbourne's vibrant theatre and business districts. Our exquisite 5-star hotel features 363 rooms, each offering breathtaking views of the iconic Melbourne skyline.

Elegantly Chic Venue Spaces:

• Explore our collection of 12 elegantly chic and versatile venue spaces tailored to meet your every need. Whether hosting grand events for up to 1,000 guests in our prestigious Grand Ballroom or conducting intimate executive meetings, each space is meticulously crafted to surpass expectations.

Restaurants, Bars & Events venues: 

• No35 Restaurant: Indulge your senses with sophisticated modern dining infused with vibrant contemporary French flair at No35 restaurant.

• Atrium Bar on 35: Discover refined exclusivity as you savor unique signature cocktails amidst an elegant ambiance at Atrium Bar on 35.

• Club Lounge: Immerse yourself in an elevated French joie-de-vivre experience at our exclusive Club Lounge, reserved for our esteemed club guests.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

•Support and collaborate with the team to produce lavish buffets and elaborate menus in Conference and Events

•Assist the team in demonstrating flair to brainstorm and create new items for our guests

•Ability to interpret event orders and deliver based on the clients needs

•Assist with training Commis Chefs and apprentices to desired standard this includes full working knowledge of the section and department.

•Actively promote and participate in teamwork and positive communication with the kitchen and other departments

•Cultivate a positive work environment where learning and personal development is celebrated

•Ensure food standards, preparation, presentation and cooking techniques are established and monitored to meet Sofitel Brand Standards guidelines

•Ensure highest level of hygiene is practised to meet Health & Safety regulations and HACCP food preparation guidelines

•Ensuring food safety logs and requirements are met at all times  

•Work with and coordinate the work of Apprentice Chefs in the preparation and production of food as required. 

•Ensure strict stock rotation and minimum wastage, whereby you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining stock control procedures. 

•Ensure all equipment is maintained, serviced and cleaned.

Qualifications

• Must have full working rights for Australia
• Have a minimum of 1-2 years of Commis Chef experience in a 5 star environment
• Have experience in training others
• Organise time and work efficiently
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Provide culinary certificates upon application
• Ability to work a rotating roster including weeknights, weekends and public holidays
• Understanding of and the ability to maintain food safety standards and HACCP

Additional Information

MY BENEFITS:

• Opportunity to work at an iconic Melbourne luxury hotel
• Develop your career with a view of stepping into a Hotel Manager role next
• Convenient CBD location
• ALL Heartist card benefits, global discounts for Accor hotel