Head Chef

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Accor’s Tesoro in Hobart is hiring a hands-on Head Chef to lead the culinary vision at Tesoro, showcasing Tasmanian produce with a contemporary twist while driving seasonal menus and guest experience. You’ll mentor a strong kitchen, oversee Conference & Events catering, manage food costs and supplier relationships, and partner with F&B and hotel leadership to align dining with brand goals. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years as Head Chef or Senior Sous, Italian technique mastery, strong cost control and team development, relevant food safety certs, and a passion for local ingredients. To apply, tailor your CV to demonstrate outcomes, include a concise cover letter and confirm Australian working rights.

Company Description

Lead. Create. Inspire.

“Hospitality is a work of Heart” and we are on the hunt for a passionate and experience individual to be our next Head Chef to lead the culinary team at Tesoro, the signature restaurant at Mövenpick Hotel Hobart.

Located in the heart of Hobart, Tesoro celebrates local Tasmanian produce with a menu inspired by fresh, seasonal ingredients and contemporary Australian flavours. This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on culinary leader to shape the food experience, drive innovation, and deliver exceptional dining for our guests.

Tesoro is a contemporary Italian restaurant in Hobart that blends traditional Italian cooking with the exceptional produce of Tasmania, creating a menu that feels both refined and deeply grounded in place. With a focus on simple, flavour-driven dishes, low food miles and close relationships with local growers and makers, the kitchen showcases seasonal ingredients through techniques that honour Italian culinary heritage while adding a modern edge. The atmosphere is warm and stylish with plush interiors and vibrant touches, making it equally suited to relaxed brunches, aperitivo drinks, or lively dinners centred around house-made pasta, pizza and premium local meats and seafood.

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Job Description

As Head Chef, you will:

• Lead the culinary vision for Tesoro, creating a menu that reflects Italian traditions with a contemporary twist
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing kitchen team
• Design and execute seasonal menus showcasing premium Tasmanian produce
• Ensure consistent quality, presentation and service standards
• Oversee the Conference & Events culinary operations, designing tailored menus and ensuring seamless execution for corporate functions and special events in line with brand standards and revenue objectives
• Manage food costs, labour budgets and supplier relationships
• Maintain compliance with food safety and WHS standards
• Collaborate with the F&B and hotel leadership- teas to align the Tesoro dining experience with the overall hotel goals and promotions to deliver memorable guest experiences
• Drive creativity, innovation and continuous improvement

Qualifications

You are a confident and inspiring leader with:

• Proven experience (minimum of 5 years) as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a premium restaurant or hotel environment
• Proven expertise in Italian cooking techniques, ingredients, and traditions
• Experience in menu development, team management and cost control
• Strong financial acumen, including cost control and menu engineering
• A passion for local and seasonal ingredients
• Exceptional leadership and team development skills
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, service-driven environment
• Relevant culinary qualifications and food safety certification

Additional Information

• Discounts including accommodation and dining from day 1!
• Fantastic learning, development, and career opportunities within Accor.
• Make an impact, grow your career, and be a part of the global hospitality success story.
• Be a part of a dynamic hotel environment with a supportive and fun team

Please note, that you will require full working rights in Australia to be eligible for this position.